Can a website beat the blues? new study tests online CBT for stressed students

NCT ID NCT07246239

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University Rovira i Virgili Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether an internet-based self-help program called VIVIM can help university students with anxiety and depression. About 108 students will be randomly assigned to use VIVIM or receive usual support from their university counseling service. They will fill out questionnaires at the start, after 10 weeks, and at 6 months to see if symptoms improve.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: online cognitive behavioral therapy program (VIVIM)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide an accessible, low-cost option for students to manage anxiety and depression without needing in-person therapy.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small trial (108 participants) and relies on self-reported symptoms. The program may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to students outside Spain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder mixed anxiety and depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Blanquerna - Universitat Ramon Llull

Barcelona, Barcelona, 08022, Spain
Universitat Rovira i Virgili

Tarragona, Tarragona, 43007, Spain
Universitat de Girona

Girona, Girona, Spain

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