Plain-English translation of NCT05892965 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether personalized therapy delivered through instant messaging (like WhatsApp or WeChat) can help stroke survivors who develop depression. Half of the participants will receive brief, guided therapy sessions through text or voice messages tailored to their schedule and preferences. The other half will receive general mental health information by message. The study will track depression symptoms over 6 months to see if the personalized therapy approach is more helpful than general information.
Depression is very common after a stroke—affecting up to two-thirds of survivors in some communities—but it often goes untreated because people struggle to access traditional therapy. This study is exploring whether delivering therapy through smartphones, at times that work for patients, could make mental health support more accessible and effective for stroke survivors.
If you join this study, you'll be randomly assigned to either the therapy group or the information group. The therapy group will receive personalized brief therapy lessons and one-on-one support from a therapist through instant messages over 3 months, scheduled at times that work best for you. Both groups will complete depression screening questionnaires at the start and after 6 months. The study takes place entirely through your smartphone, so you can participate from home.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 10, 2026 · Not medical advice
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