Smartphone Mindfulness and Education Tools for Low Mood in Early Psychosis
Tests phone-timed mindfulness and education exercises for low mood in early psychosis.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Pilot Study of Sensor-Informed Smartphone-based Mental Health Interventions for Mood in Early Psychosis
Key facts
- Where
- Belmont, United StatesSee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 18 and 50 years old?
Source: NCT07503093, who can take part
Where in United States
- McLean HospitalBelmont, United StatesNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Mclean Hospital
- Trial code
- NCT07503093
- Record updated
- 5 October 2026
- Original description
The aim of this trial is to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of using passive smartphone sensors to detect moments of heightened negative mood and inform the timing of brief mental health interventions, such as mindfulness exercises and psychoeducation, in adults with early psychosis.Read full original descriptionShow less
Development of Sensor-Informed Smartphone-Based Mental Health Intervention for Early Psychosis
The aim of this trial is to evaluate the feasibility and preliminary efficacy of using passive smartphone sensors to detect moments of heightened negative mood and inform the timing of brief mental health interventions, such as mindfulness exercises and psychoeducation, in adults with early psychosis.
Inclusion: Age 18-50 years; History of DSM-5 psychotic disorder (e.g., schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis not otherwise specified); Current elevated mood symptoms, defined as mild or greater depressive symptoms (Patient Health Questionnaire-8 score ≥5) or anxiety symptoms (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 score ≥5); Own a personal iPhone or Android smartphone; Willing and able to provide informed consent; English-speaking.
Exclusion: Current substance use disorder requiring acute treatment; Diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorder that would impair ability to use smartphone app or complete study procedures; Traumatic brain injury with significant cognitive impairment; Active suicidal ideation with both intent and a specific plan.