Email-Delivered Digital Positive Affect Intervention for Young Adults in Zimbabwe
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Conditions studied: Depression Symptoms
In brief
This study evaluates the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a brief email-delivered positive affect intervention for young adults in Zimbabwe. The study uses a randomised controlled trial design with two parallel arms. A total of 100 participants aged 18-25 years will be randomly assigned to two arms: an experimental arm receiving an email-delivered positive affect intervention or a control arm receiving psychoeducational materials. The intervention group will receive guided activities twice weekly over three weeks, focusing on identifying, reflecting on, and engaging in positive experiences. The control group will receive general psychoeducational materials on mental health without structured activities. Assessments will be conducted at baseline and after the intervention. The primary outcome is feasibility( including recruitment, retention, and adherence) and acceptance. Secondary outcomes include changes in positive affect, symptoms of depression and anxiety,self-stigma, and suicidal ideation.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07682779
- Run by
- Vilnius University
- People needed
- 100
- Starts
- 2026-07-01
- Expected to finish
- 2028-08-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-07-06
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 25. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Participants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Aged 18-25 years.
- Able to understand and read English.
- Previously participated in Stage 1 of the study and provided consent to be contacted regarding future research opportunities.
- Have access to a device (for example smartphone, tablet, or computer) and internet connectivity for intervention delivery.
- Report moderate levels of depression at baseline assessment.
You may not qualify if…
- Participants will be excluded if they:
- Are at high risk of suicide.
- Are currently experiencing a psychotic episode.
- Are currently experiencing interpersonal violence.
Where it is running
- University of Zimbabwe Partner Site (Online Recruitment) — Harare, Harare, Zimbabwe
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