About this trial
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the efficacy of a universal intervention based on Natural Psychotherapy in reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms among primary and middle school students. To evaluate both the clinical outcomes and the potential underlying mechanisms of change, data will be collected at four distinct time points: baseline (pre-intervention), post-intervention, 3-month follow-up, and 6-month follow-up.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Ages: 7 to 18 years.
Population: School-aged children and adolescents currently enrolled and attending primary or secondary school.
Capacity: Ability to comprehend the study procedures and provide assent (or consent, if applicable).
Disqualifiers
School Attendance: Children not currently attending school or on long-term academic leave.
General Exclusion: Any condition that, in the opinion of the investigator or school physician, would interfere with the participant's ability to attend school or comply with study procedures.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Multi-modal Nature-based Meditation
- Intervention diary
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Beijing HuiLongGuan Hospital
Lead sponsor
Tsinghua University
Sponsor institution
Capital Normal University
Collaborator
Tsinghua University
Collaborator