Online mood booster tested for schizophrenia motivation

NCT ID NCT07157293

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a 12-week online program designed to improve mood and motivation in people with schizophrenia or early psychosis. Participants complete 20-30 minute weekly sessions. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms and goal-directed behavior before and after the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Online motivation-enhancing intervention
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, accessible way to improve motivation and mood for people with schizophrenia.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. The intervention is online and self-directed, so engagement may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

psychotic disorder Psychotic Disorders schizophrenia schizophrenia 1 schizotypal personality disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PSYCHOSIS SCHIZOPHRENIA 1 (DISORDER) SCHIZOPHRENIA PRODROMAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Birmingham, Alabama, 35223-1517, United States

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