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New treatment option for Social Isolation
Official title Telepsychiatry for Social Isolation in Youths
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06138301
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This clinical trial aims to implement multimodal digital interventions for adolescents and young adults with social isolation (SI) and their family members. Furthermore, the neurobiological basis of SI will be explored by analyzing blood neuroinflammation biomarkers in socially isolated participants.
- 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 11 to 80. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patients with SI:
- age11-17 years (adolescents) 18-45 years (adults)
- moderate-to-high levels of SI as detected by clinical evaluation and confirmed by the HQ-25 score
- stable pharmacotherapy and symptomatology in the last 3 months
- not being in psychotherapy or being willing to interrupt it during the study
You likely can't join if
- All participants:
- primary medical conditions or vision/hearing deficits that interfere with the ability to participate in the project
- suicidal Ideation
- IQ \< 70
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients with SI:
- age11-17 years (adolescents) 18-45 years (adults)
- moderate-to-high levels of SI as detected by clinical evaluation and confirmed by the HQ-25 score
- stable pharmacotherapy and symptomatology in the last 3 months
- not being in psychotherapy or being willing to interrupt it during the study
- have an internet connection Caregivers:
- Age ≤ 80
- no history of psychotic spectrum disorders
- have a first-degree relative with moderate-to-severe SI
- have an internet connection
- All participants:
- primary medical conditions or vision/hearing deficits that interfere with the ability to participate in the project
- suicidal Ideation
- IQ \< 70
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Brindisi, Italy
- Verona, Italy
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, 11 years to 80 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Brindisi, Italy; Verona, Italy. 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.