Oshn pilot
Oshn: Evaluating a Mobile App for Low Mood and Motivation in Young People
Young People
Recruitment for the Oshn Pilot has now closed. If you are a young person who would like to be notified when Oshn becomes available in your area you can leave your details below:
Professionals
If you are a professional interested in commissioning or learning more about Oshn you can leave your details below and a member of the team will be touch:
Thank you so much for your interest in our study.
We have now reached our target number of participants, so recruitment is closed. We really appreciate you taking the time to learn more.
Looking after yourself
If you are looking for support right now, please reach out to your GP. You can also find free, confidential help through these services:
Samaritans: Call 116 123 (free, 24/7)
NHS Mental Health Services: Call 111 and select Option 2
Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258 (free, 24/7 crisis text line)
If you feel you are at immediate risk or need urgent medical help, please call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
About the Pilot
Oshn is a new mobile app designed to support young people aged 13 to 25 who are experiencing low mood or struggling with motivation.
Mental health challenges are increasingly common among young people in the UK. In 2023, around one in five children and young people were thought to have a mental health disorder. Low mood and depression are particularly widespread, affecting between 5 and 34 percent of people aged 13 to 25.
Traditional mental health services are under pressure, and digital tools like apps offer new ways to provide support. However, many existing apps do not keep young people engaged or offer meaningful help.
Oshn is different. It was co-designed with young people and delivers Behavioural Activation (BA) therapy through interactive, game-like features. BA helps people feel better by encouraging them to do activities that are meaningful and enjoyable.
Our Child and Adolescent Digital Mental Health Team at M-RIC has partnered with BfB Labs, the creators of the Oshn app, to evaluate how Oshn can support young people with low mood and motivation.
