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Official title Developing Resilience and Anxiety Management Through the Arts

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07033052

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The Developing Resilience and Anxiety Management Through the Arts (DRAMA) Study examines the degree to which the arts can help to address stress, anxiety, and sad mood in children and adolescents. The researchers will pair theatrical improvisation exercises with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques versus improvisation exercises alone versus a social craft group on reducing elevated levels of anxiety and depression.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 8 to 17

You may be able to join if

  • Between 8 and 17 years of age
  • Individuals must have parental/guardian consent
  • Elevated levels of anxiety or depression based on
  • Screen for Child Anxiety Related Disorders (SCARED) score of 15 or higher, or;
  • Revised Children's Anxiety and Depression Scale (RCADS) Depression T score of 65 or higher, or;

You likely can't join if

  • Diagnosed with Conduct Disorder or with behavioral symptoms that would make it difficult for the child/adolescent to participate in the group or...
  • Autism or developmental delays
  • Psychotic symptoms or active suicidality
  • Active Eating Disorders that raise concerns about morbidity and therefore need to be addressed in an intervention and actively monitored
  • Unsteady dosage or recently or impending changes to psychotropic medication(s)
  • Non-English-speaking individuals
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Between 8 and 17 years of age
  • Individuals must have parental/guardian consent
  • Elevated levels of anxiety or depression based on
  • Screen for Child Anxiety Related Disorders (SCARED) score of 15 or higher, or;
  • Revised Children's Anxiety and Depression Scale (RCADS) Depression T score of 65 or higher, or;
  • Kiddie Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia (K-SADS) clinician severity rating of 3 on any anxiety disorder or on a mood-related disorder
What rules you out
  • Diagnosed with Conduct Disorder or with behavioral symptoms that would make it difficult for the child/adolescent to participate in the group or comply with directions given by the group leader (such as difficulty...
  • Autism or developmental delays
  • Psychotic symptoms or active suicidality
  • Active Eating Disorders that raise concerns about morbidity and therefore need to be addressed in an intervention and actively monitored
  • Unsteady dosage or recently or impending changes to psychotropic medication(s)
  • Non-English-speaking individuals
  • Wards of the State

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Cleveland, Ohio, United States

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, 8 years to 17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Cleveland, Ohio, United States. 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.