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Pilot Study Opens: Digital Support Platform for Families Navigating Early Psychosis — Novel mHealth Intervention Targets Caregiver Distress

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12 June 2026

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New pilot study evaluates digital support platform for families of young adults with early psychosis. The Bolster-NC trial targets caregiver distress and family communication patterns through innovative mHealth intervention.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

References

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