RecruitingNCT06770075

Brightline: Advancing Mental Health on Campus

Brightline - a Digital Phenotyping Study Toward Advancing Mental Health on Campus

Sponsor

Nanyang Technological University

Enrollment

500 participants

Start Date

Jan 1, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Depression Stress Anxiety Loneliness Positive Affect Negative Affect

Summary

This observational study will employ a multi-modal observation methodology, integrating data from wearable devices and smartphones to establish comprehensive digital biomarkers for identifying symptoms of mental health conditions in university students. The study aims to identify the digital behavioural markers associated with mental health conditions, develop predictive algorithms for mental health states from digital markers, and identify university students at risk for mental health conditions.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 25 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a smartphone-based mental health app called Brightline can improve the mental wellbeing of university students before they develop a diagnosed mental health condition. Researchers want to know if early digital support can prevent mental health problems. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older and currently a full-time undergraduate student - You own a smartphone with Wi-Fi, 4G, and Bluetooth capabilities - You have sufficient English language skills - You are willing to download study apps and give informed consent **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are a part-time student - You currently have a diagnosed mental health condition, or have a history of bipolar disorder, substance use disorder, or psychotic disorder - You are currently receiving mental health treatment - You have current thoughts of self-harm or suicide Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERObservational

Participants will not receive any study intervention. During the six month study period, participants will complete four active assessments at Months 0, 1, 3 and 6, and data from the study-provided wearable (Fitbit Charge 6) and sensors from the participant's smartphone (through the Brightline app) will be collected passively throughout.