Text messages to stop pregnancy anxiety? new study tests digital prevention

NCT ID NCT07458698

Not yet recruiting Prevention Sponsor: University of Massachusetts, Worcester Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

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.

What this could mean

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

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

perinatal asphyxia

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ANXIETY SENSITIVITY PERINATAL ANXIETY PERINATAL DEPRESSION

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