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New treatment option for Physiological Stress
Official title A Health Apps for Post-Pandemic Years for People With Physiological and Psychosocial Distress
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05459896
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The negative impacts on physical and psychological health brought by COVID-19 seem to perpetuate in the post-pandemic era. It is estimated that there will be an impending mental health crisis in the general population in the aftermath of the pandemic due to the delayed negative impacts of COVID-19 and the associated non-pharmaceutical public health interventions such as social distancing, quarantining, and lockdown.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18 and older;
- Exhibiting physiological and/or psychosocial distress:
- A cutoff value of ≥ 20 in the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10) will be used to indicate participants with psychological distress.
- A cutoff value of ≥ 4 on the Brief Fatigue Inventory (BFI) indicate participants with physical fatigue;
- A cutoff value of \> 5 on the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) indicate participants with decreased sleep quality;
You likely can't join if
- Individuals with any health conditions that could hamper participation in the Health Apps for Post-Pandemic Years (HAPPY), such as severe cognitive...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 18 and older;
- Exhibiting physiological and/or psychosocial distress:
- A cutoff value of ≥ 20 in the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10) will be used to indicate participants with psychological distress.
- A cutoff value of ≥ 4 on the Brief Fatigue Inventory (BFI) indicate participants with physical fatigue;
- A cutoff value of \> 5 on the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) indicate participants with decreased sleep quality;
- A cutoff value of \> 3 on the Numerical Pain Scale (NPS) indicates participants with pain, including headaches, upset stomach, and other forms of pain
- Has access to the Internet and a smart phone
- Individuals with any health conditions that could hamper participation in the Health Apps for Post-Pandemic Years (HAPPY), such as severe cognitive, visual, or hearing impairments.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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