Testing Adapted Self-Help Plus (SH+) for Stress and Well-Being in International Students at a U.S. University
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Conditions studied: Stress, Psychological, Depression and/or Anxiety in the Mild-to-moderate Range, Loneliness, Adjustment, Psychological
In brief
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if an adapted version of Self-Help Plus (SH+), a stress management program developed by the World Health Organization, can reduce stress and improve well-being in international students at a U.S. university. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does SH+ reduce perceived stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms in international students? Does SH+ improve feelings of social support, self-efficacy, and adjustment in a new cultural environment? Participants will: Attend a two-day in-person workshop that includes animated videos, interactive activities, and group discussions. Complete three surveys (before the workshop, right after, and six weeks later) about stress, mood, and well-being. Optionally, take part in a short interview to share feedback about their experience.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07188467
- Run by
- The New School
- People needed
- 50
- Starts
- 2025-10-07
- Expected to finish
- 2026-01-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2025-10-09
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Enrolled as an international student at The New School
- Age 18 years or older
- Willing to provide informed consent and complete study assessments
- Score of ≥3 on the PHQ-4, indicating at least mild distress
- Sufficient English proficiency to comprehend intervention materials
You may not qualify if…
- Severe psychiatric conditions requiring immediate intervention (e.g., active psychosis, severe mood disorders)
- Visual, hearing, or neurocognitive impairments that prevent engagement with the intervention
- Having an advanced degree in psychology or mental health-related fields (to prevent prior knowledge bias)
- Score of 2 or higher on PHQ-4 Item 3 or Item 4 (frequent thoughts of self-harm or severe distress)
Where it is running
- The New School — Brooklyn, New York, United States (enrolling)
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