Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Mental Health Issues
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a proven treatment for mental health issues, on its own compared to CBT with two additional check-in calls each week. The focus is on adults living in rural Texas who care for someone with dementia. One group will receive standard CBT, while the other will receive CBT plus the extra support from the check-in calls. This study is ideal for family caregivers not currently involved in another clinical intervention. As an unphased trial, it offers caregivers a unique opportunity to explore enhanced support options tailored to their needs.
Do I need to stop taking my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research has shown that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a safe and effective treatment for mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Many studies have found that CBT helps individuals change negative thinking patterns and improve mental well-being.
The addition of check-in calls to CBT is a new area under exploration. Although data on this combination remains limited, CBT alone is well-researched and considered low-risk. The check-in calls are expected to offer extra support without significantly increasing risk.
Overall, CBT is generally well-received, with no serious side effects reported in studies. People often find it helpful for managing mental health challenges.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial?
Researchers are excited about these treatments because they explore how enhancing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with additional support can improve mental health outcomes. Unlike standard CBT, which is typically delivered in weekly sessions, one treatment arm adds twice-weekly check-in calls. This added feature aims to provide continuous support and potentially increase therapy effectiveness by reinforcing therapeutic strategies and maintaining patient motivation between sessions. By testing these variations, researchers hope to discover whether these extra touches can make a significant difference in managing mental health issues.
What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective for mental health conditions?
Research has shown that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), one of the treatments in this trial, effectively treats mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Studies indicate that CBT improves symptoms in about 42% of individuals and provides long-term benefits. In this trial, some participants will receive CBT along with regular check-in calls. When paired with these check-in calls, about 50% of individuals with depression, anxiety, or OCD experience improvement. This suggests that adding check-ins can enhance CBT's effectiveness. Overall, CBT is a well-supported method for managing mental health problems.13678
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults living in rural Texas who are looking to improve their quality of life and mental health. The specific details about who can join or reasons someone might not be eligible are not provided.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with one group receiving additional twice-weekly check-in calls
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with 2 check-in calls
Trial Overview
The study is testing the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alone versus CBT with two additional check-in calls per week, to see which better improves quality of life and mental health issues for participants.
How Is the Trial Designed?
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Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
This arm will provide the same as the first with the addition of twice-weekly check-in calls between sessions.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy is an evidence-based practice for mental health conditions and has been shown in numerous studies around the world to be effective.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Texas Tech University
Lead Sponsor
Citations
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