The COMParing App Support Strategies Study
ConditionDepression, Anxiety
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18-65
SponsorUniversity of Wisconsin, Madison
About this trial
The overall purpose of this study is to help determine how best to incorporate small amounts of human and digital support into a meditation app. The meditation app used is the Healthy Minds Program (HMP) which provides training in four pillars of well-being (Awareness, Connection, Insight, Purpose) through a combination of podcast-style didactic material and guided meditation practices.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Elevated symptoms of depression and/or anxiety (PHQ-9 greater than or equal to 10, GAD-7 greater than or equal to 10)
Proficiency in English
Access to a smartphone and internet
Ability to receive text messages
Disqualifiers
Non-US citizen or legal resident (green card holder)
History of psychosis or mania
Suicidal ideation or thoughts of self-harm indicated by PHQ9 item 9 and BDI item 9
Individuals who do not provide the information required for GUID generation
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Introductory Coaching Session
- Introductory Information Session
- On-Demand Email Support
- Microsupport
Treatment groups
688 Participants
are divided into 8 treatment groups8
Treatment groupsSee each treatment group below.
Sponsors and collaborators
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Lead sponsor
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Collaborator
Source ClinicalTrials.gov