Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This randomized controlled factorial trial will examine whether and how relaxation training, behavioral activation, and cognitive therapy improve fatigue and functioning in fatigued adults living with multiple sclerosis.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop taking your current medications, but you must not have changed your disease modifying medications in the past three months to be eligible.
Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy safe for treating fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis?
The research does not specifically address safety concerns, but Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is generally considered safe for treating various conditions, including fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis. It is a non-invasive therapy that focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.12345
How does the treatment Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue differ from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it combines Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Therapy, and Relaxation Training to specifically target the thoughts and behaviors that perpetuate fatigue in multiple sclerosis, rather than just addressing physical symptoms. Unlike some medications, this approach has shown effectiveness in reducing fatigue by changing how patients think and behave, and it can be delivered face-to-face or through an internet-based program, making it more accessible.12346
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Lindsey Knowles, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of Washington
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults with multiple sclerosis who experience fatigue. It's not specified, but typically participants should be in stable health aside from their MS and fatigue symptoms.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive telehealth CBT components including Relaxation Training, Behavioral Activation, and Cognitive Therapy for multiple sclerosis fatigue
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Behavioral Activation
- Cognitive Therapy
- Relaxation Training
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Washington
Lead Sponsor
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Collaborator