Mood app and check-ins to prevent postpartum depression
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether using a smartphone program (mHealth) along with emotional support (EMA) can help prevent postpartum depression in pregnant women who are feeling distressed. It is for women in Hong Kong who are at 20–28 weeks of pregnancy and have mild to moderate mood symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are 20 to 28 weeks pregnant
- You get regular pregnancy check-ups in Hong Kong
- You recently had a score of 7 or higher on a mood screening questionnaire (EPDS-10), which suggests you may be feeling upset or distressed
- You can read and understand Chinese
- You use a messaging app at least once a week (like WhatsApp or WeChat)
- You are not currently seeing a therapist, psychiatrist, or counselor for mental health treatment
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