Can an app ease student anxiety? hong kong trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06623682
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests an online self-help platform called JCTH+ for university students in Hong Kong who have moderate to severe anxiety or depression. About 1,684 students will either use the platform plus usual services or just usual services. The goal is to see if the platform improves mental health and quality of life, and whether it is cost-effective.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- online self-help platform with cognitive behavioural therapy modules
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could provide an affordable, scalable way to improve mental health for university students.
- What could go wrong
- This is a large trial but still early-stage. The platform may not work for everyone, and results may not apply outside Hong Kong.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Diversity and Well-being Lab
RECRUITINGHong Kong, Hong Kong
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