Teaching stress management skills to teenagers in rural schools

This trial is testing whether a school-based psychological program can help teenagers in rural China build stronger emotional skills and handle stress better. The program consists of four short sessions delivered over one week, each focusing on practical strategies for recognizing emotions, managing stress, and thinking more positively about challenges. Researchers want to see if this approach can reduce anxiety, depression, and other stress-related symptoms in teenagers who may not have easy access to mental health support.

Many teenagers in rural areas experience high levels of stress and emotional difficulties but have limited access to mental health services. This trial exists to find out whether a brief, school-based program can effectively prevent or reduce stress-related mental health problems in these underserved communities.