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N/ACompleted· 289 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Wysa +1 moreother
Likely dose
Not stated in record
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iWellness Study: Evaluation of a CBT Chatbot App to Promote Mental Wellness in Students

Harvard University·interventional·Posted Feb 10, 2022·Updated Mar 7, 2023

In Brief

A clinical study evaluating Wysa and Harvard College App for Depression, Anxiety. Completed, enrolled 289 participants across 1 site.

Detailed Summary

The study aims to evaluate whether use of a mobile mental health app improves outcomes of depression and anxiety for students.

Study Details

Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsDepression, Anxiety
CountriesUnited States
Collaborators--

Timeline

N/ACompletedFinished
20222023202420252026
First PostedFeb 10, 2022
Enrollment StartFeb 24, 2022
Primary CompletionDec 31, 2022
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 10 monthsPosted 4.4 years ago

Interventions

Wysaother

Participants in the intervention arm will be able to log into the Wysa app at any time of day. They can chat with the AI-based bot, Wysa, or choose to complete different self-care exercises. These exercises are grouped into tool packs, which include dealing with relationships, overcoming loneliness, managing mood, among many others. Users can engage in simple, therapeutic exercises including mindfulness and cognitive re-structuring for negative thinking.

Harvard College Appother

Participants in the control arm will be given instructions on how to download and utilize the Harvard College App. Students assigned to this app receive instructions on how to utilize the app to navigate resources on campus to support their mental health including professional and peer support groups and how to make an appointment at the Counseling and Mental Health Services. Participants cannot send messages or share any information through the app.