Mobile Mental Health Stigma Reduction Intervention Among Black Adults

Launched by MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL HOSPITAL · Mar 15, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring a new way to help Black adults who are dealing with depression and anxiety by using a video-based program on their smartphones. The goal is to reduce the stigma around mental health issues and to build trust in healthcare. This is important because many Black adults face barriers when it comes to seeking help for mental health problems.

To participate, you need to be between the ages of 18 and 45, identify as Black American or Black immigrant, and have experienced symptoms of depression or anxiety. You should also have a smartphone with internet access and have not seen a mental health professional in the past year. If you join, you will watch videos and engage in activities designed to improve your understanding of mental health, and you can expect support throughout the process. This trial is currently looking for participants, so if you're interested, it could be a great opportunity to contribute to important research and help others in your community.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. If you identify as Black American or Black immigrant
• • 2. Experience or been diagnosed with depression and/or anxiety
• • 3. Age 18-45 years
• • 4. Own a smartphone with internet access
• • 5. Have not seen a psychiatrist or therapist in the last 12 months or have not been in routine healthcare
• • 6. English speaking
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Visual, hearing, voice, or motor impairments that would prevent engagement in study procedures,
• • 2. Diagnosis of psychotic disorder or severe suicidality for which participation would be inappropriate.