Text messages to stop pregnancy anxiety? new study tests digital prevention
NCT ID NCT07458698
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests a digital program called Reaching Calm, designed to prevent anxiety in pregnant women at higher risk. The program sends text messages and provides web-based exercises to help women cope. Researchers will check if it's easy to use and if it reduces anxiety symptoms, comparing it to usual care. The study involves 60 participants and aims to prepare for a larger trial.
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Active substance
Digital mental health intervention (Reaching Calm)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a scalable, low-cost way to prevent anxiety during and after pregnancy, improving mental health for new mothers.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study (60 participants) testing feasibility, not effectiveness. The digital format may not engage everyone, and results may not apply to all pregnant women.
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