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New treatment option for Psychological Distress
Official title Boosting Refugee Integration Through Psychological Intervention
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06776523
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Refugees and asylum seekers (RAS) face numerous stressors and adversities which put them at risk for developing mental health problems. However, access to adequate mental health care in host countries is limited.
- Time commitment: about 3 months
- 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 16 and older
You may be able to join if
- The for participating in the study are:
- refugees and asylum seekers (RAS) aged 16 or older;
- residing in one of the participating local sites (Swiss municipalities, namely, Gemeinden, and transitional asylum centers, namely...
- speaking at least one of the following 12 languages: German, English, French, Arabic, Farsi, Kurdish, Tigrinya, Turkish, Ukrainian, Russian, Tamil...
- obtaining a score of 20 or higher on the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K10; Kessler et al., 2002), a brief clinically validated screening...
You likely can't join if
- for participating in the study are:
- significant cognitive or neurological impairment measured through specific tools developed by the WHO and integrated into the PM+ manual (impairment...
- acute medical conditions or severe mental disorders (e.g., psychotic or substance-abuse disorders) measured through specific tools developed by the...
- acute risk of suicide as measured by the Suicidal Ideation Attribution Scale (SIDAS; van Spijker et al., 2014) and the Thoughts of Suicide...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zurich, Switzerland
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 study runs about 3 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 16 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zurich, Switzerland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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