Smartwatch data may forecast bipolar mood swings
NCT ID NCT05828056
First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a smartwatch can help predict when a person with bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder might experience a manic or depressive episode. Researchers will track 100 participants for a year, collecting data on heart rate, sleep, and activity levels. The goal is to build a computer model that can spot early warning signs of a mood episode, potentially allowing for earlier intervention and better management of these conditions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Wearable activity tracker (Garmin smartwatch)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a tool that alerts patients and doctors to an impending mood episode, enabling earlier treatment and potentially better long-term outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with a small number of participants. The prediction model may not be accurate enough for real-world use, and individual differences in activity and sleep patterns could limit its generalizability.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Taiwan University Hospital
RECRUITINGTaipei, Taiwan
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