Study for people struggling with distress
This trial tests a program designed to help people who struggle with intense distress, anxiety, or depression. If you have a smartphone and find it hard to cope with emotional pain or stress, this study may teach you new skills to feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are comfortable reading and speaking English fluently
- You have an Android or iPhone smartphone
- You have internet access to complete surveys
- You feel that distress or negative emotions are very hard to handle (Distress Intolerance Index score 3 or higher)
- You have been experiencing significant depression, anxiety, or stress (DASS-21 score 42 or higher)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests brief coping interventions to help people who feel very worried, stuck in negative thoughts, or overly self-critical. You would likely complete short activities using your smartphone and internet while the study checks how your distress changes over time.
This study tests a new smartphone app that teaches acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) exercises to help you manage stress, anxiety, or low mood. You would use the app to practice these exercises and see if they help you feel better.
This study tests a phone-based program to help young adults (ages 18–30) manage stress. You'll use a smartphone app and wear a small monitor for 14 days to see if guided training can help you feel better.
This study tests a mindfulness-based online program to help people who are feeling emotionally distressed. You'll use your phone or computer to report your feelings in daily life, and the program teaches simple mindfulness techniques to reduce stress.
This study tests a smartphone-based program designed to boost positive feelings and reduce worry or low mood. It may help if you have mild to moderate anxiety or depression but are not severely affected or in crisis.
This study tests two smartphone-based programs designed to help teenagers who have recovered from depression or anxiety stay well and avoid relapse. Participants will use one of the programs for a period of time, and the study will see if it helps keep symptoms away.
Hear when a new Distress, Emotional trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.