Can a 14-Day phone app ease stress and loneliness in young adults?

NCT ID NCT07639697

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Equa Health Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study will test whether a smartphone meditation program called Equa can help young adults (ages 18-30) reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness. About 300 participants will use the app for 14 days, completing short daily guided lessons while wearing sensors to track their body responses. Researchers will measure changes in mental distress and how much people enjoy and stick with the program.

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Active substance: smartphone-based mindfulness training program (Equa app)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an easy, low-cost way for young adults to manage stress and improve mental well-being using just their phone.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study with no control group for comparison, and results rely on self-reported surveys. The app may not work for everyone, and long-term benefits are unknown.

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Psychological Well-Being

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LONELINESS MINDFULNESS SKILLS PROGRAM ENGAGEMENT PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS USABILITY SATISFACTION

Can a 14-Day phone app ease stress and loneliness in young adults?

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