Chatbot SMILEY aims to ease online stress for bullied teens
NCT ID NCT06835985
First seen Mar 06, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This pilot study tests a chatbot named SMILEY that teaches coping skills and safe social media practices to teens aged 12-18 who experience depression and online bullying. The goal is to see if using the chatbot reduces stress and improves safety online. About 75 marginalized youth (including Black, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ teens) will use SMILEY at their own pace over 4 weeks.
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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Western Psychiatric Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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