AI-assisted GNW on Adolescent Emotional Distress

This cluster-randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the efficacy of an AI-assisted Guided Narrative Writing (AI-GNW) in alleviating emotional distress among adolescents. Classes will be randomized in a 1:1:1 ratio to one of three arms-AI-GNW, a no-feedback GNW (NF-GNW), or a Neutral Writing Group (NWG)-and will complete a three-day writing intervention. On the first day, participants in both GNW conditions will recount a negative experience and reflect on their thoughts and feelings; on the second day, they will focus exclusively on the negative aspects of that experience; and on the third day, they will explore its positive dimensions. In contrast, NWG participants will objectively document their previous day's daily routine. After each session, those in the AI-GNW arm will receive individualized, AI-generated feedback, whereas NF-GNW participants will proceed without feedback.

NCT Number	NCT07105137
Lead Sponsor	Peking University
Conditions	Emotional Disturbance, Emotional Regulation, Insomnia
Enrollment	486 participants
Start Date	2025-05-19
Primary Completion	2025-10-25 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-10-25 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-06-10