Clinical Report: Mobile Psychological Intervention Utilizing the PERMA Model

Overview

This study protocol outlines a randomized controlled trial evaluating a mobile app-based psychological intervention grounded in the PERMA model for university students.

Background

University students are at risk for reduced psychological well-being due to academic and psychosocial demands. This study seeks to address these issues by utilizing mobile technology to deliver a structured intervention based on the PERMA model.

Data Highlights

The trial will include 177 university students divided into three groups: an app-based intervention, the same intervention with telephone support, and a waiting list control group. Assessments will measure psychological well-being and other outcomes at baseline, post-intervention, and six-month follow-up.

Key Findings

• The intervention consists of five weekly modules targeting Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment.
• Primary outcomes include psychological well-being measured by the Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS) and the Mental Health Continuum–Short Form (MHC-SF).
• Secondary outcomes will assess positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, accomplishment, adherence, and satisfaction.
• Evaluations will be administered by independent, blinded assessors.

Clinical Implications

If effective, the PERMA-based digital intervention could serve as a scalable and cost-efficient tool for promoting psychological well-being among university students. The incorporation of telephonic support may enhance engagement and outcomes.

Conclusion

This study protocol outlines a rigorous approach to evaluating a mobile psychological intervention for university students.

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