A Smartphone-Based Ecological Momentary Intervention for Workplace Mental Health: Randomized Controlled Trial.
JMIR Mhealth UhealthSep 8, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchPsychiatry
Sisi Li, Lik Hang Lincoln Lo, Chiu Yi Charlie Lau et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of Neurum, a smartphone-based intervention, in reducing workplace stress among 201 working adults over four weeks. Results indicated a significant decrease in Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21) scores in the intervention group (mean difference post-pre intervention = -14.518) compared to an increase in the control group (mean difference = 3.319).
Key findings
- DASS-21 scores decreased by 14.518 in the intervention group after four weeks.
- Control group DASS-21 scores increased by 3.319 during the same period.
- Stress reduction was significant, with a mean difference of -6.692 in the intervention group.
- Participants engaged with an average of 4.95 minutes daily on the app.
Why it matters
The findings highlight the potential of smartphone-based interventions to effectively address workplace mental health issues, offering a scalable and accessible alternative to traditional mental health services.