Can a phone app lift student mood? new study tests mindfulness for mild depression
NCT ID NCT07392632
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a smartphone app called MindfulCityU can help university students with mild depressive symptoms feel better. 120 students will either use the app for four weeks or join a waitlist. Researchers will measure changes in depression, anxiety, stress, and mindfulness before, after, and two months later.
What this could mean
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Active substance
MindfulCityU mobile app (mindfulness training)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way for students to ease mild depression and stress using their phone.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 120 participants. The app may not work better than simply waiting, and results may not apply to all students.
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City University of Hong Kong
Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong