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New treatment option for Emotion Regulation
Official title VR-CBT With Inuit in Quebec
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05631743
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study design is a two-arm randomized controlled pilot trial. The investigators will recruit Inuit in Montreal and randomly assign them to two treatment groups (n=20 each).
- 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 14 to 60
You may be able to join if
- Self-identify as Inuk
- Live in Montreal
- be between 14 to 60 years of age
- be proficient in English or French
- No history of cardiac conditions
You likely can't join if
- does not identify as Inuk
- youth below the age of 14 and adults above the age of 60.
- self-reported history of psychosis or schizophrenia
- current substance abuse, as measured by two screens (AUDIT-C, DAST-10)
- other mental or physical condition that might preclude them from the trial (i.e., pre-existing heart conditions, convulsions, acute mental health...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Self-identify as Inuk
- Live in Montreal
- be between 14 to 60 years of age
- be proficient in English or French
- No history of cardiac conditions
- No history of epilepsy
- Can provide an emergency contact
- Tolerance of VR headset
- Tolerance of sensors
- Has no current suicidal or homicidal risk
- No history of psychosis or schizophrenia
- Current stable mood
- Is generally mentally stable
- Score less than 8 on the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test C
- Score less than 3 on the Drug Abuse Screen Test (10 item version)
- Not have had any change in psychoactive medications during 4 weeks preceding screening and inclusion to the study
- does not identify as Inuk
- youth below the age of 14 and adults above the age of 60.
- self-reported history of psychosis or schizophrenia
- current substance abuse, as measured by two screens (AUDIT-C, DAST-10)
- other mental or physical condition that might preclude them from the trial (i.e., pre-existing heart conditions, convulsions, acute mental health risk).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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, 14 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Montreal, Quebec, Canada. 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.