New program helps struggling kids in shenzhen manage emotions better
NCT ID NCT06331936
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a short program to help children aged 8 to 14 from single-parent, low-income, or left-behind families in Shenzhen improve their emotional regulation skills. 183 children took part in four group sessions plus a booster session, learning about emotions, positivity, and building better relationships. The goal was to see if the program could boost happiness, reduce anxiety and depression, and strengthen family bonds.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Emotion regulation training sessions
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could provide a simple, evidence-based way to help children from challenging backgrounds better manage their emotions and improve well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study in one city, so results may not apply to other groups. The program is short (4 sessions) and effects may not last long-term.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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183 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2024
- Finished
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Jun 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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8 to 14 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * single-parent families * low-income families * left-behind children Exclusion Criteria: * a history of severe psychotic symptoms * have previously participated in a similar intervention program
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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City University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, China
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