Calming Minds: A smartphone app study for worry and rumination
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help reduce excessive worrying and repetitive negative thinking patterns. If you're experiencing persistent worry or rumination, this app-based intervention may help you develop healthier thought patterns.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are affiliated with Imperial Valley College and can provide a valid college email address
- You own a smartphone (iPhone 8+ with iOS 16.4+ or Android 8+) with internet access
- You experience elevated levels of worry or repetitive negative thinking (screened via questionnaires)
- You are not currently in therapy or counseling with another provider
- You have not been diagnosed with or treated for psychosis, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, alcohol abuse, severe PTSD, or current suicidal thoughts
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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