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Official title EFCT vs. BCT for Depression and Anxiety in Married Couples
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06892613
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study compares the effectiveness of Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and Behavioral Couples Therapy (BCT) in reducing depression and anxiety symptoms in married couples. A total of 150 married couples aged 18-65 will be screened, and 60 couples with high depression and anxiety levels will be selected.
- 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 65. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Married couples aged between 18 and 65 years
- Married for at least one year
- No current psychiatric diagnosis or history of psychiatric treatment
- Not receiving any form of psychological therapy at the time of recruitment
- Ability to provide informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Current or past psychiatric diagnosis (excluding mild transient conditions)
- Ongoing psychological therapy or psychiatric treatment
- Severe mental health disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder), Substance abuse or dependency
- Severe medical conditions that may interfere with participation
- Refusal to participate in follow-up assessments
See the full eligibility criteria
- Married couples aged between 18 and 65 years
- Married for at least one year
- No current psychiatric diagnosis or history of psychiatric treatment
- Not receiving any form of psychological therapy at the time of recruitment
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Willingness to participate in all therapy sessions and assessments
- Current or past psychiatric diagnosis (excluding mild transient conditions)
- Ongoing psychological therapy or psychiatric treatment
- Severe mental health disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder), Substance abuse or dependency
- Severe medical conditions that may interfere with participation
- Refusal to participate in follow-up assessments
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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, 18 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.