Cluster-randomized Controlled Trial Examining the Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Anxiety and Stress Reduction Within College Students

This study aims to explore how effective a smartphone app called Sanvello is in helping college students reduce anxiety and stress. College students often experience high levels of anxiety and stress, so finding accessible ways to help them manage these issues is important. Although traditional, in-person mindfulness-based therapies have shown success, using a smartphone app could make these benefits available to many more students by providing an easy-to-access, convenient option for improving mental health. Participants in the study will use the Sanvello app for four weeks to practice mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. The app provides exercises and techniques to help reduce anxiety and stress. The study will measure how well the app works in lowering stress and anxiety levels among the students. By using a cluster-randomized controlled design, the study ensures that the results are reliable and can show if the app truly helps in managing stress and anxiety effectively.