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Comprehensive Behavioral Therapy for Tic Disorders (CBIT Trial)

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Recruiting
Research Sponsored by University of Miami
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
A current diagnosis of a Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)-5 Tic disorder (e.g., Tourette's Disorder/syndrome, Persistent (Chronic) Motor or Vocal Tic Disorder, or Provisional Tic Disorder) or caregiver/youth report of clinically impairing tic symptoms
Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up change from baseline puts scores, to 6 weeks, to 12 weeks from the start of treatment.
Awards & highlights

CBIT Trial Summary

This trial looks at whether a behavior intervention can help reduce tics in youth, and what factors may predict, moderate, or mediate the intervention's success.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for young people with a Tic disorder, like Tourette's. They must speak English and have a parent to consent and help with the study. It's not for those with certain mental health conditions, who are suicidal, or already getting CBIT therapy elsewhere.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial tests how well the Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) works in youth. It looks at what changes because of the treatment and tries to understand why it helps some more than others.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since CBIT is a non-drug therapy involving behavioral techniques, typical drug side effects aren't expected. However, participants may experience stress or frustration during sessions.

CBIT Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have been diagnosed with a tic disorder like Tourette's.

CBIT Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~change from baseline yqol scores, to 6 weeks, to 12 weeks from the start of treatment.
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and change from baseline yqol scores, to 6 weeks, to 12 weeks from the start of treatment. for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Clinical Global Impression (CGI) - Improvement Scores
Clinical Global Impression (CGI) - Severity Scale Scores
Parent Tic Questionnaire (PTQ)
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Secondary outcome measures
Revised Children's Anxiety and Depression Scale - Child and Revised Parent Short (RCADS-25/RCADS-P-25) Scores
Tic Accommodation and Reactions Scale (TARS) Scores

CBIT Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Experimental: Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) Group Participants in this group will receive the CBIT intervention for up to 6 weeks.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
2012
Completed Phase 1
~150

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of MiamiLead Sponsor
897 Previous Clinical Trials
409,059 Total Patients Enrolled
Jill Ehrenreich-May, Ph.D.Study DirectorUniversity of Miami
2 Previous Clinical Trials
276 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05370391 — N/A
Tic Disorders Research Study Groups: Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
Tic Disorders Clinical Trial 2023: Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05370391 — N/A
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05370391 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is the demographic for this medical experiment inclusive of individuals over 40?

"This medical trial seeks to include patients aged between 5 and 17. Eleven other studies focus on individuals in the minor age bracket, while 6 are dedicated to those over 65 years of age."

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To what extent do individuals volunteer for this research?

"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov's records, this scientific research was initially advertised on September 9th 2022 and is currently inviting participants to take part in the trial. There are 200 spots open at one medical site for qualified individuals."

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Could I potentially partake in this research study?

"This trial calls for 200 participants who possess tic disorders and are aged between 5 to 17. Eligibility requirements must be met in order to join the study."

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Are there any vacancies for participation in this experiment?

"This medical trial, posted on September 9th 2022 and recently updated on the 20th of that month, is actively seeking patients. Evidentiary data hosted on clinicaltrials.gov offers confirmation of this fact."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
California
Florida
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
University of Miami
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria

How responsive is this trial?

Typically responds via
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~67 spots leftby Jan 2025