Could ten classroom sessions build stronger, happier kids?

NCT ID NCT07804940

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First seen Sep 04, 2026 · Last updated Sep 04, 2026

Summary

Researchers are testing whether a program called Feel Good, which uses ten playful classroom sessions, can help children in grades 4 and 5 build life skills like empathy and self-awareness. The goal is to see if these skills improve the school climate and children's well-being. About 1,500 children will take part, with some schools using the program and others not, so the researchers can compare outcomes. The study also looks at how well the program works in real schools and what it takes to put it into practice.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Feel Good, a school-based behavioral program with ten 1-hour sessions to build life skills like strengths awareness and empathetic listening
What this could lead to
If it works, this program could give schools a proven way to boost children's life skills and well-being, with benefits for their mental health and school experience.
What could go wrong
This is a school-based program, not a drug, so effects may vary by school and teacher. The trial compares groups at different times and places, which can introduce bias, and results may not apply to other regions or age groups.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 1,500 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2026

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

8 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children enrolled in grades 4 or 5 during the 2025-2026 school year who will participate in the Feel Good intervention (for pre- and post-program implementation) * Children who are able to read and answer the questions on the questionnaire * French-speaking children. Exclusion Criteria: * Children not enrolled in grades 4 or 5 during the 2025-2026 school year who will participate in the Feel Good intervention (for pre- and post-program assessments) * Children who are not able to read and answer the questions on the questionnaire * Non French-speaking children.

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Conditions

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Child Behavior Psychological Well-Being

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CRIPS Ile-de-France

    RECRUITING

    Paris, France

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