Poem writing to enhance mental well-being

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This research explores how poem writing can improve the well-being of adult volunteers who support patients recovering from mental illness in Hong Kong. The intervention involves two 3-hour sessions of guided poem writing, focusing on themes of accomplishment, joy, and gratitude. Primary outcomes include mental well-being and happiness, assessed through standardized scales, while secondary outcomes evaluate depressive symptoms and participant experiences. The study also incorporates qualitative interviews to gather deeper insights into the participants' experiences and perceived benefits.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Volunteers serving for people recovering from mental illness or other community residents
* Aged 18 years old and above
* Able to understand Cantonese and read Chinese

Exclusion Criteria:

* Physically or mentally unable to communicate
* Unwilling to participate or give consent
* Being involved in other similar activities or research

Where it's running

• Jockey Club Institute of Healthcare, Hong Kong Metropolitan University
  Hong Kong, Hong Kong Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Agnes YK Lai — Hong Kong Metropolitan University
• Study coordinator: Agnes Lai, PhD
• Email: ayklai@hkmu.edu.hk
• Phone: (852) 39702917

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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.