A Mobile Application for Early Detection and Symptoms Trajectories of Postpartum Depression Using Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA)
Recruiting · NCT07382336 · Observational (researchers observe without assigning treatment) · Lead sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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Ecological momentary assessment and retrospective assessment
What this trial is about
This pilot study will recruit 120 perinatal pregnant women and follow them up for 6 months. Both momentary and retrospective assessments of emotional well-being and psychosocial factors will be conducted on a mobile application. We aim to understand the symptom trajectories and provide evidence for effective individualized interventions.
Who can take part
Age range
18 Years and older
Sex
Female
Healthy volunteers
Yes - healthy volunteers may be accepted
Phase
Not specified
Study type
Observational (researchers observe without assigning treatment)
Inclusion criteria
- Pregnant women in their first and second trimesters.
- Aged 18 years and older.
- Able to read and understand Chinese
- Own a smartphone with iOS or Android system.
Exclusion criteria
- Psychiatric diagnosis (e.g., schizophrenia, intellectual disability or mood disorders), comorbid brain conditions (history of epilepsy, stroke, or brain tumors), or learning disabilities.
Where it is running
1 location listed.
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Hong Kong, Hong Kong