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Chatbot-based Mindfulness Programme for Depressive University Students: Pilot Intervention Study

Launched by THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY · May 28, 2024

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Trial Information

Current as of March 14, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Mindfulness Chatbot Depression University Student

ClinConnect Summary

Depression is a growing concern among university students. Chatbots provide flexible, accessible, personalized psychosocial support. Delivering Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) sessions via chatbots may reduce depressive symptoms in university students.

This study consists of two phases. In the first phase, a rule-based automated chatbot will be developed to facilitate MBSR interventions. The second phase will employ a single-group pretest-posttest design to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, safety and preliminary effectiveness of the chatbot-based MBSR intervention for uni...

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • • University students aged over 18 years
  • • University students pursuing a bachelor degree, associate degree, or higher diploma in Hong Kong
  • • University students with self-reported depressive symptoms (The depressive symptoms are assessed pre-intervention using the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire, with cumulative scores of 5 or higher indicating at least mild depressive symptoms.)
  • • Be able to provide informed consent, read Chinese, listen to Cantonese
  • • Ensure internet access during the study
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • • University students who have been diagnosed with a clinical psychotic condition pre-intervention
  • • University students who are currently involved in any mindfulness-based or other psychosocial interventions

About The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a leading institution in applied research and education, dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields, including health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, PolyU focuses on conducting rigorous and ethically sound research to enhance understanding of medical interventions and improve patient outcomes. The university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise, state-of-the-art facilities, and collaboration with industry partners to facilitate groundbreaking studies that address pressing health challenges. Committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, PolyU aims to translate research findings into practical solutions that benefit society and contribute to the global advancement of healthcare.

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Hong Kong, , Hong Kong

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