Clinical trial Recruiting at 5 sites Observational Ages 18 and up

A support system for psychiatric diagnostics and follow-up

Official title: Ett Användbart Stödsystem för Psykiatrisk Diagnostik Och uppföljning Inom Vuxenpsykiatri Och Primärvård (ASPP)

Run by Karolinska Institutet · NCT05827406 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing new self-assessment tools to help adults share information about their psychiatric symptoms so doctors can make better diagnoses and follow-ups.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2200 (estimated)
SponsorKarolinska Institutet
Academic / other
Locations5 sites (Stockholm and 4 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 1, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedOctober 18, 2023
Trial IDNCT05827406 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults experiencing psychiatric problems.

Probably not a fit

Patients without psychiatric issues or those who do not wish to participate in self-assessment may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project aims to develop and evaluate a set of self-assessment scales designed to collect and classify relevant data about psychiatric symptoms in adults. The scales will gather information on symptom profiles, age of onset, development over time, and the relationship to external stressors, which can aid clinicians in the diagnostic process. Using statistical methods like Item Response Theory, the study will assess the effectiveness of these scales and potentially reduce the number of items needed for accurate diagnostics. The ultimate goal is to create a scientifically validated tool that enhances psychiatric evaluations and follow-ups.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this project could provide clinicians with a reliable tool for more accurate psychiatric diagnostics and improved patient care.

How similar studies have gone: While there is a lack of validated systems for psychiatric diagnostics, similar approaches using self-assessment scales have shown promise in other studies.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with psychiatric problems

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where it's running

  • Wemind
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Recruiting
  • Prima vuxen
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Recruiting
  • Gustavsbergs vårdcentral
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Recruiting
  • Stuvsta vårdcentral
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Recruiting
  • Psykiatri Sydväst
    Stockholm, Sweden
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Mats O Adler, MD — Karolinska Institutet, Department of Clinical Neuroscience
  • Study coordinator: Mats O Adler, MD
  • Email: mats.adler@ki.se
  • Phone: +46707717977

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.