Online ACT program aims to ease student distress

NCT ID NCT07701330

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: The University of Queensland Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a 4-week web-based program called YOLO, based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to help university students manage psychological distress and academic stress. All participants receive immediate access to the program, which includes four online modules designed to promote psychological flexibility. The study measures changes in distress, well-being, life satisfaction, and academic performance.

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Active substance: a 4-week web-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) program called YOLO
What this could lead to: If effective, this program could offer a scalable, accessible way to support mental health for university students.
What could go wrong: This is a single-arm trial with no comparison group, so improvements may be due to other factors. Results may not apply to all students.

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ACADEMIC STRESS PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS

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School of Psychology, University of Qeensland

Saint Lucia, Queensland, 4072, Australia

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