A web app for mental health using cognitive behavioral therapy
Development and Evaluation of a CBT-based Transdiagnostic Transcultural Web App for Mental Health Problems in Low and Middle-income Countries.
This study is testing a new web app that uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people in low and middle-income countries manage mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06158763 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to develop and evaluate an interactive web application based on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that is transcultural and transdiagnostic, targeting mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. The app is designed to be accessible to individuals in low and middle-income countries, where mental health care is often limited. The study will assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of this web-based self-help intervention, leveraging the increasing availability of smartphones and internet access in these regions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 to 65 years who are computer literate, own a smartphone or personal computer, and have a score of 8 or higher on the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale.
Not a fit: Patients with substance use disorders, significant cognitive impairments, or active psychosis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve access to mental health care for individuals suffering from depression and anxiety in underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with web-based CBT interventions, indicating that this approach is both feasible and effective in addressing mental health issues.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 18 to 65 years * At least 5 years of education * Computer literate * Owning a smartphone or a personal computer with a reliable internet connection * Score of 8 or higher on Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale-Depression or Anxiety scales as measured by their primary care clinician. Exclusion Criteria: * Substance use disorder according to DSM-5 criteria * Significant cognitive impairment (for example, profound learning disability or dementia) * Active psychosis as determined by their primary care clinician
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.