Using smartphones to provide tailored support for social anxiety.
SCH: INT: Context-Aware Micro-Interventions for Social Anxiety
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA · NIH-10925242
This study is testing a new smartphone system designed to help people with social anxiety by providing personalized support when they need it most, making it easier for them to manage their anxiety in everyday situations.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (CHARLOTTESVILLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10925242 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a system called Context-Aware Micro-Interventions for Social Anxiety (CAMSA) that utilizes smartphones to deliver personalized interventions for individuals experiencing social anxiety disorder (SAD). By leveraging mobile sensing technology, the project aims to detect specific social contexts and stressors that trigger anxiety, allowing for timely and relevant support. The goal is to create scalable and accessible mental health care solutions that can be integrated into daily life, helping individuals manage their anxiety more effectively without the need for in-person therapy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with social anxiety disorder who may struggle to seek traditional in-person therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience social anxiety disorder or those who prefer conventional therapy methods may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide individuals with social anxiety disorder access to timely, personalized interventions that improve their quality of life and reduce anxiety symptoms.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using mobile technology for mental health interventions, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
CHARLOTTESVILLE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA — CHARLOTTESVILLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BARNES, LAURA ELIZABETH — UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
- Study coordinator: BARNES, LAURA ELIZABETH
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.