Using mobile health to prevent postpartum depression

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 study aims to develop and assess a proactive intervention model that combines brief psychological counselling, Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), and mobile health (mHealth) support to prevent postpartum depression (PPD) in pregnant women. Participants will be pregnant women between 20 and 28 weeks of gestation with a score indicating potential distress. The study will involve a three-arm randomized controlled trial with follow-ups at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks postpartum to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention compared to control groups. Data will be collected through surveys and semi-structured interviews to understand participants' experiences with the intervention.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Pregnant women who are in their 20 to 28 weeks of gestation,
2. Receiving regular antenatal care service in Hong Kong,
3. Had a total score ≥7 in EPDS-10 (suggesting potential distress symptoms),
4. Able to read and understand Chinese and use an instant messaging app weekly

Exclusion Criteria:

1\) Pregnant women who are undergoing psychiatric/psychological treatment.

Where it's running

• School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong
  Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong Recruiting
• The Queen Mary Hospital
  Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Shengzhi Zhao, PhD
• Email: lubabezz@connect.hku.hk
• Phone: +852 6561 4500

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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.