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New treatment option for Symptoms of Anxiety
Official title Transcranial Photobiomodulation in Anxiety Disorders
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07133893
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The investigators have previously shown that safe, non-invasive methods of brain stimulation such as the administration of transcranial infrared light can result in improvements to cognition and emotion. The investigators hypothesize that transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM) can be used in conjunction with attention bias assessment and modification to reduce anxiety symptoms in individuals with sub-clinical anxiety.
- This is a blinded study.
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 100. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- 18 years of age and older
- State-Trait Anxiety Index (STAI) questionnaire score between 40-59 (indicates moderate sub-clinical anxiety)
- Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) score between 1-9 (indicates minimal to mild sub-clinical depression)
You likely can't join if
- STAI score less than 40 or greater than 59
- PHQ-9 score greater than 9
- Medication instability (i.e., medication change within 6 weeks)
- Indicated suicidal ideation
- Currently receiving tPBM treatment
- Current pregnancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Austin, Texas, 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, 18 years to 100 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Austin, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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