RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07719517

Morning Activation to Improve Mood After Stroke

Sponsor

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

May 15, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Stroke Depressive Symptoms

Summary

This pilot randomized controlled trial will evaluate the feasibility and preliminary effects of a six-week behavioral intervention designed to improve mood and daily functioning in adults who have experienced a stroke and report depressive symptoms and difficulty becoming engaged in activities after waking. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the behavioral intervention or a health education program. Assessments will be completed before and immediately after the six-week program and will include questionnaires and seven-day monitoring of sleep, activity, and mood. The study will also examine feasibility indices such as participant retention, intervention attendance, acceptability, and preliminary changes in mood.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Health Education Program and a behavioral approach called Morning Activation Program for people with depressive symptoms and stroke. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALMorning Activation Program

A six-week individualized behavioral program delivered in weekly sessions of approximately 60 minutes. The program is designed to support engagement in daily activities after waking, establish consistent daily routines, and improve mood and functioning after stroke. Sessions will be tailored to participants' needs and abilities.

BEHAVIORALHealth Education Program

A six-week health education program delivered in weekly sessions of approximately 60 minutes. The program will provide general information relevant to health and recovery after stroke and will be matched to the experimental program in session frequency and duration. It will not include the individualized behavioral strategies provided in the experimental arm.