400 Participants Needed

Maya App for Stress Management

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Overseen ByStanley Watson, MD, PhD
Age: 18 - 65
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: University of Michigan
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Trial Summary

Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the Maya App treatment for stress management?

Research on similar mobile apps, like PsyPills and Positive Technology, shows that they can help reduce stress by offering personalized advice and relaxation techniques. These apps, which are based on principles like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), have been found to effectively lower stress levels in users.12345

Is the Maya App for Stress Management safe to use?

The Positive Technology app, which is similar to the Maya App, was evaluated in a small trial and users reported satisfactory experiences with no major safety concerns. However, data protection and privacy standards were noted to be poor in many similar apps, so users should be cautious about sharing personal information.13678

What makes the Maya App treatment unique for stress management?

The Maya App is unique because it is a mobile app that uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help manage stress, offering a self-help approach that can be accessed anytime on a smartphone. Unlike generic stress management apps, it may incorporate culturally relevant elements to better engage specific populations, making it more personalized and potentially more effective for diverse users.137910

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this research study is to understand the biological mechanisms of stress vulnerability (being susceptible to stress) and stress resilience (being able to recover readily from stress), obtain biomarkers (a biological indicator) for stress resilience and to devise strategies for prevention and treatment of stress-related disorders.

Research Team

HA

Huda Akil, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Michigan

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for incoming freshmen at the University of Michigan who are healthy and want to participate in a study about stress. Those with thoughts of suicide cannot join.

Inclusion Criteria

Incoming Freshmen Students at the University of Michigan

Exclusion Criteria

Suicidal Ideation

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants use the Maya mobile app, a CBT-based self-help app, for anxiety management

12 months
Assessments at baseline, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in anxiety and depressive symptoms using various scales

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Maya App
Trial Overview The Maya App is being tested to see if it can help identify biological indicators (biomarkers) that show how people handle stress, either by struggling with it or bouncing back easily.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Maya mobile appExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Maya mobile app- CBT based self-help app
Group II: No InterventionActive Control1 Intervention
Participants will complete assessments at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months. (this includes specimen collections, interviews, and surveys). Participants will also be asked to wear a Fitbit for 12 months.

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Michigan

Lead Sponsor

Trials
1,891
Recruited
6,458,000+

Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Collaborator

Trials
1,103
Recruited
1,157,000+

Pritzker Consortium

Collaborator

Trials
2
Recruited
610+

Findings from Research

The study identifies and evaluates free mobile applications available on the Android platform specifically designed for individuals with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which can help users manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life.
By assessing the functionalities of these apps, the research aims to guide users seeking self-support and provide valuable insights for developers looking to create effective stress management tools.
Mobile Apps for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.Drissi, N., Ouhbi, S., Idtissi, MAJ., et al.[2020]
The PsyPills app, designed for stress relief based on emotion regulation and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, showed effectiveness in reducing dysfunctional emotions among users, with significant improvements reported after accessing personalized psychological prescriptions.
In a study of 115 users over the first 6 months, those who received reminders to use the app experienced greater benefits, suggesting that timely prompts enhance its effectiveness for managing stress.
Managing Distress Using Mobile Prescriptions of Psychological Pills: A First 6-Month Effectiveness Study of the PsyPills App.David, OA., David, D.[2020]
The Positive Technology app, designed for self-management of psychological stress, includes guided relaxation, 3D biofeedback, and stress tracking, showing promise in reducing perceived stress levels based on user feedback from a trial with 32 participants.
Participants reported satisfactory experiences with the app, and those using it with a wrist sensor demonstrated enhanced capabilities for monitoring and managing stress, indicating potential for further development in usability and advanced features.
Positive technology: a free mobile platform for the self-management of psychological stress.Gaggioli, A., Cipresso, P., Serino, S., et al.[2018]

References

Mobile Apps for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. [2020]
Managing Distress Using Mobile Prescriptions of Psychological Pills: A First 6-Month Effectiveness Study of the PsyPills App. [2020]
Positive technology: a free mobile platform for the self-management of psychological stress. [2018]
Standalone Smartphone Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Based Ecological Momentary Interventions to Increase Mental Health: Narrative Review. [2020]
e-Therapies in England for stress, anxiety or depression: how are apps developed? A survey of NHS e-therapy developers. [2020]
Evaluation of mobile applications focused on the care of patients with anxiety disorders: A systematic review in app stores in Brazil. [2023]
A Systematic, Multi-domain Review of Mobile Smartphone Apps for Evidence-Based Stress Management. [2022]
'Help for trauma from the app stores?' A systematic review and standardised rating of apps for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). [2021]
Addressing Cultural Contexts in the Management of Stress via Narrative and Mobile Technology. [2022]
Evaluation of the effectiveness of a mobile application in the management of dental anxiety: A randomised controlled trial. [2022]
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