Effectiveness and Cost Effectiveness of OkeyMind for Social Anxiety Among Youth

Launched by HONG KONG SHUE YAN UNIVERSITY · Jun 29, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

Background: Social anxiety is increasingly prevalent among youths, leading to social withdrawal and isolation, which heighten depression risk. eHealth interventions have shown promise in improving access and engagement, offering anonymity, broader accessibility, and personalized treatment features. However, the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of eHealth methods for young individuals dealing with social anxiety-driven depression remain unexplored.

Objective: This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of a mobile-based psychoeducation prog...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. youths aged between 15 and 24 years old;
• • 2. exhibiting mild or above social phobia (i.e. Social Phobia Inventory score ≥ 25);
• • 3. having a smartphone with WeChat installed and basic internet literacy
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. unable to attempt a baseline assessment (e.g., due to being unpermitted to leave a psychiatric ward);
• • 2. currently receiving another intensive psychological intervention;
• • 3. currently holding active suicidal plan;
• • 4. currently diagnosed with psychological disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc.).