Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Evaluating a mental health support platform for university students

Official title: Efficacy, Cost-effectiveness and Implementation of an Integrated Self-help and Support Services for Student Mental Health in Tertiary Institutions: JCTH+ Pragmatic Cluster RCT

Run by Chinese University of Hong Kong · NCT06623682 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether a new mental health support platform for university students can improve their well-being compared to regular services.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment1684 (estimated)
SponsorChinese University of Hong Kong
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hong Kong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 9, 2024
Main results expectedAugust 29, 2026
Study endsAugust 29, 2026
Registry record updatedMarch 24, 2026
Trial IDNCT06623682 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are full-time tertiary education students in Hong Kong aged 18 and above, experiencing moderate to severe anxiety or depression.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have depressive or anxiety symptoms, or those unable to read Chinese or English, will 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 study evaluates the effectiveness of the JCTH+ platform, which integrates existing mental health services in tertiary education institutions, compared to standard services. It employs a parallel pragmatic cluster-randomized control trial design, with randomization at the institution level and a target sample size of 1,684 participants. Assessments will occur at multiple time points over two years to measure changes in mental health symptoms and well-being. Additionally, qualitative interviews will be conducted with staff to gather insights on the integration process and implementation effectiveness.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve mental health outcomes for university students by providing effective self-help and support services.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promise in integrating digital mental health interventions in educational settings, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years old or above
* Able to read Chinese or English
* With internet connection and able to access the internet
* With moderate-severe GAD-7 a/o moderate-severe PHQ-9
* studying full-time at a tertiary education institution in Hong Kong

Exclusion Criteria:

* not able to read and understand Chinese;
* under 18 years old;
* not able to access the Internet or use digital devices
* without depressive symptoms or anxiety symptoms

Where it's running

  • Diversity and Well-being Lab
    Hong Kong, Hong Kong
    Recruiting

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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.
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