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Official title Troubled-Desire & Therapeutic Chat for Reduction of CSAM Use (TD-CHAT)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06852443
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this prospective multicentred, stratified, parallel-group superiority study is to prevent and reduce the usage of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) by a Therapist Chat Service (TCS) and Selfhelp Platform for Self-Referred Patients, mostly men with a sexual interest in children. The interventions are based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles and designed to treat the sexual behavioral disorder related with CSAM consumption.
- 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 to 99
You may be able to join if
- Adult participant (≥18 years);
- recent (last 2 weeks) CSAM use or past CSAM use and self-reported risk;
- proficiency in English, German or Spanish;
- voluntary participation and agreement to the terms of the study.
You likely can't join if
- Severe neuropsychiatric comorbidities (unstable psychotic disorder, organic brain damage, diminished intellectual functioning, untreated drug or...
- history of contact CSA perpetration (past or present);
- ongoing criminal investigation, trial, punishment, or probation status for online or offline CSA or CSAM use;
- current inpatient psychiatric treatment or other concurrent treatment targeting CSAM behaviours
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Berlin, Germany
- Barcelona, Spain
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 to 99 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Berlin, Germany; Barcelona, Spain. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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