PERMA-based mobile psychological intervention with and without telephone support for university students: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial - Scorecard - MDSpire

PERMA-based mobile psychological intervention with and without telephone support for university students: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

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  • Vanessa Blanco

  • Fataneh Sinaeipour

  • Queila Bouza

  • Fernando L. Vázquez

  • July 9, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Mobile Psychological Intervention Utilizing the PERMA Model with and without Telephonic Support for University Students: A Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionPsychological well-being in university students
Key MechanismsPositive psychology interventions based on the PERMA model
Target PopulationUniversity students
Care SettingHigher education settings

Key Highlights

  • Three-arm randomized controlled trial with 177 university students
  • Intervention includes app-based PERMA model and optional telephone support
  • Primary outcome measured by WEMWBS and MHC-SF
  • Focus on enhancing psychological well-being and engagement
  • Study aims to provide evidence for scalable mental health interventions

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Implement positive psychology interventions based on the PERMA model

    Monitoring & Follow-up

    • Assess psychological well-being at baseline, post-intervention, and six-month follow-up

    Risks

    • Potential for low adherence rates in mobile-based interventions

    Patient & Prescribing Data

    University students facing academic and psychosocial demands

    Combination of app-based interventions with telephone support may enhance engagement

    Clinical Best Practices

    • Utilize cognitive-behavioral self-regulation strategies in interventions
    • Incorporate regular assessments to monitor psychological outcomes
    • Promote adherence through supportive measures like telephone sessions

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