Can a short Self-Help course help stressed students get back on track?

NCT ID NCT06606249

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Padova Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a brief guided self-help program called Self-Help Plus for university students who are behind on at least three exams and feeling distressed. The program teaches coping skills based on acceptance and commitment therapy. Researchers will measure changes in distress, anxiety, depression, and well-being right after the program and three months later.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Self-Help Plus (SH+) - a brief guided self-help program based on acceptance and commitment therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to help stressed students catch up on coursework and feel better.
What could go wrong: This is a small early trial (210 students) testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not apply broadly. The program may not reduce distress or help with academic progress.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder Emotional Regulation Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY DEPRESSION PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING

Contacts and locations

Locations

Universita di Verona
RECRUITING

Verona, Italy
University of Bari "Aldo Moro"
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Bari, Bari, 70121, Italy
University of Padova
RECRUITING

Padova, 35131, Italy

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