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The COMParing App Support Strategies Study

Who can join

Ages 18 to 65 · All sexes · Healthy volunteers welcome

Inclusion Criteria:

* Elevated symptoms of depression and/or anxiety (PHQ-9 greater than or equal to 10, GAD-7 greater than or equal to 10)
* Proficiency in English
* Access to a smartphone and internet
* Ability to receive text messages

Exclusion Criteria:

* Non-US citizen or legal resident (green card holder)
* History of psychosis or mania
* Suicidal ideation or thoughts of self-harm indicated by PHQ9 item 9 and BDI item 9
* Individuals who do not provide the information required for GUID generation
* Previous participation
* Individuals who do not have their camera turned on and remain visible on camera during the virtual introductory and coaching sessions (if applicable).

About the study

The overall purpose of this study is to help determine how best to incorporate small amounts of human and digital support into a meditation app. The meditation app used is the Healthy Minds Program (HMP) which provides training in four pillars of well-being (Awareness, Connection, Insight, Purpose) through a combination of podcast-style didactic material and guided meditation practices.

What is being tested

• Introductory Coaching Session (other)
• Introductory Information Session (other)
• On-Demand Email Support (other)
• Microsupport (other)

Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison · Participants: 688 · Started: Mar 13, 2026

Contact the study team

• Wendy Lau, PhD · Phone: 608-890-2747

Official record on ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT07278466

Locations in the U.S.

Conditions

• Depression
• Anxiety

From ClinicalTrials.gov, data retrieved Sep 29, 2026. Each study sets its own eligibility; the study team decides who can join.