Can a phone app protect teachers' mental health? uganda trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT06087159

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing a mobile health toolkit called mWEL to help teachers and caregivers in Uganda manage stress and prevent depression and anxiety. The app screens for mental health issues, gives personalized feedback, and offers coping strategies. Researchers will enroll 1,180 participants to see if the app improves mental health literacy and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

mHealth Toolkit for Wellness & Empowering Lives of School Community (mWEL) app

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a scalable, low-cost way to prevent mental health issues in teachers and caregivers in low-resource settings.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study (pilot then effectiveness) with no blinding, so results may be influenced by participants' expectations. The app relies on self-report and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Depression

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Study Site

    RECRUITING

    Kampala, Uganda

  • Study Site

    RECRUITING

    Nakaseke, Uganda