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Emotional intelligence training may ease college transition

NCT ID NCT07659210

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Portucalense University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a 10-week emotional intelligence program for first-year college students aged 18-25. The program aimed to improve how students identify, understand, use, and manage emotions. Researchers measured changes in emotional attention, clarity, and regulation, as well as symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress.

What this could mean

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Active substance
IESA Program (emotional intelligence group intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to help new college students handle stress and emotions better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with no phase, so results may not apply widely. The program is behavioral, so benefits may vary by individual.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

178 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 25 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Enrolled in the first year of higher education for the first time * Aged between 18 and 25 years * Willing to participate in the study (intervention or control group) Exclusion Criteria: * Current psychopathological diagnosis * High frequency of ongoing psychology sessions * Significant negative life events within the past two weeks Additional Notes: Participants who meet exclusion criteria will still be allowed to attend the IESA Program sessions for ethical reasons. However, their data will be systematically excluded from statistical analyses to ensure data integrity.

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Conditions

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adjustment disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Adaptation Adjustment Emotional intelligence Mental health

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Portucalense University

    Porto, 4200-072, Portugal

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