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Official title Transdiagnostic Intervention to Reduce Internalized Health-Related Stigma
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05561595
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Stigma due to health conditions increases disease burden and adversely impacts health. The internalization of health-related stigma is associated with impaired mental health and quality of life.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age 18 years or older
- At least one of the following stigmatized health conditions:
- Obesity (or high body weight that negatively affects health)
- Skin disease (including but not limited to psoriasis, eczema, or vitiligo)
- Cancer (including but not limited to lung, breast, cervical, colorectal, gynecologic, prostate, or head and neck; including individuals in remission)
You likely can't join if
- Current or recent (e.g., past 3 months) receipt of psychotherapy or a psychosocial or peer support intervention (exceptions may be made if therapy or...
- Psychiatric hospitalization in the past 6 months
- Recent (e.g., past 3 months, approximately) change in medications taken for psychiatric reasons
- Current, active suicidal thoughts or suicide attempt within the past year
- Current or past thought disorder or psychosis, or unmanaged bipolar disorder
- Current alcohol/substance use disorder that requires immediate treatment
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18 years or older
- At least one of the following stigmatized health conditions:
- Obesity (or high body weight that negatively affects health)
- Skin disease (including but not limited to psoriasis, eczema, or vitiligo)
- Cancer (including but not limited to lung, breast, cervical, colorectal, gynecologic, prostate, or head and neck; including individuals in remission)
- Type 1 or type 2 diabetes
- Chronic pain
- Reported internalization of health-related stigma, as determined by a pre-specified cutoff score on internalized stigma measure and confirmed by interview Participants must have availability to attend weekly virtual...
- Current or recent (e.g., past 3 months) receipt of psychotherapy or a psychosocial or peer support intervention (exceptions may be made if therapy or support is not focused on health conditions and is unlikely to affect...
- Psychiatric hospitalization in the past 6 months
- Recent (e.g., past 3 months, approximately) change in medications taken for psychiatric reasons
- Current, active suicidal thoughts or suicide attempt within the past year
- Current or past thought disorder or psychosis, or unmanaged bipolar disorder
- Current alcohol/substance use disorder that requires immediate treatment
- Health-related stigma due primarily to mental illness or substance use, or due to health conditions not specified in inclusion criteria.
- No reported internalization of health-related stigma and/or score below pre-specified cutoff on internalized stigma measure
- Unwilling or unable to complete study procedures Participants with severe progression of disease (e.g., end-of-life) or who are undergoing acute, intensive treatment (such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy) will not...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Gainesville, Florida, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Gainesville, Florida, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.