Can a phone app boost student mental health? new study puts flourish to the test

NCT ID NCT06668532

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed trial tested whether the Flourish app, a digital toolkit with science-based well-being practices, can improve mental health in students. Over 1,100 students either used the app at least twice a week for six weeks or continued with their usual mental health resources. Researchers measured changes in well-being, depression, anxiety, stress, and resilience through surveys.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Flourish app (digital toolkit)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple, scalable way to improve mental health and resilience in students.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study with no results yet reported. The app may not produce meaningful improvements over usual care, and benefits may not last beyond the 6-week period.

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Locations

  • University of Manitoba

    Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2, Canada