Wellness App for Mental Health
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of the research study is to trial a smart phone application, the GUIDE App, to better understand its impact on social connectedness, personal growth and mental health/wellness among first responders, soldiers, and veterans. The research team will also investigate workplace metrics (e.g., engagement and burnout), implementation outcomes and technical merit. The investigators plan to run a three-armed randomized waitlist pilot feasibility trial with up to 150 participants.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is the Wellness App for Mental Health safe to use?
Mobile apps for mental health, like the Wellness App, can have safety concerns related to privacy, security, and potential side effects from the interventions they offer. While these apps are becoming more popular, further research is needed to fully understand their safety and any adverse effects they might have.12345
How is the GUIDE treatment different from other mental health treatments?
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment GUIDE in the Wellness App for Mental Health clinical trial?
Research on mental health apps shows that they can improve access to care and have positive user feedback, with many apps receiving high ratings and positive sentiments from users. However, there are challenges with app functionality and user retention that need to be addressed to enhance their effectiveness.511121314
Who Is on the Research Team?
Heather J Nuske, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of Pennsylvania
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for first responders, military personnel, and veterans interested in testing a wellness app called GUIDE. The study aims to see if the app helps with social connections, personal growth, and overall mental health. Participants will be randomly assigned to start using the app at different times.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants use the GUIDE App for 4 weeks to assess its impact on social connectedness, personal growth, and mental health/wellness
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for outcomes such as feasibility, appropriateness, and mental wellbeing post-trial
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- GUIDE
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Pennsylvania
Lead Sponsor
Nlyten Corp
Collaborator