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New treatment option for Anxiety Disorders
Official title Exposure Therapy for Late-life Anxiety
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06770517
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The primary objective is to evaluate the (cost-)effectiveness of exposure therapy (ET) delivered by trained mental health nurses (MHNs) in terms of anxiety symptoms and quality of life for late life anxiety disorders in primary care compared to usual care (UC). UC is not restricted, and the general practitioner (GP) is encouraged to work according to the guidelines of the Dutch College of GPs.
- 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 65 and older
You may be able to join if
- A primary DSM-5 anxiety disorder using the Mini Internationaal Neuropsychiatrisch Interview (MINI).
- One of the following DSM-5 anxiety disorders will be diagnosed, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Agoraphobia, Panic Disorder or Social Anxiety Disorder.
- Participants are required to be sufficient in Dutch.
You likely can't join if
- Exclusion criteria include somatic and/or another psychiatric morbidity that could interfere with diagnosing or treatment.
- Moderate to severe suicidality, which will be determined using the MINI
- Chronic and interfering substance or alcohol abuse
- Having received previous psychotherapy including exposure in the past year. -
- Antidepressants and benzodiazepines use are allowed if on a stable dose for a minimum of 8 weeks.
- Participants will be excluded if they score lower than 18 points on the MoCa (115). A score of \<18 is indicative for moderate to severe cognitive...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nederland, Nijmegen, Netherlands
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, 65 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nederland, Nijmegen, Netherlands. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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