WHO's Stress-Busting course gets a trial in colombia: can it help communities cope?

NCT ID NCT07524309

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: George Washington University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study will test a World Health Organization stress management course called Self-Help Plus in Colombia. The course uses audio guides and an illustrated booklet over five sessions, led by trained community members. Researchers will enroll 40 adults to see if the program improves wellbeing and reduces distress. The goal is to build local mental health support where professional care is scarce.

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 (a 5-session stress management course with audio and illustrated guide, delivered by non-specialist facilitators)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a low-cost, scalable way to improve mental wellbeing in underserved communities and train local leaders to support others.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study (40 people) with no control group, so results may not be generalizable. It also relies on self-reported outcomes, which can be subjective.

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Locations

Universidad Catolica del Oriente

Rionegro, Antioquia, Colombia

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