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Official title In Vivo Exposure vs. Videochat-Based Vicarious Exposure
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07432945
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- After screening (including parts of the Mini-DIPS), participants will receive a pre-assessment with a baseline heartrate measurement, self-report measures and two BATs (with the treated spider and the non-treated spider). All participants receive a brief psychoeducation \& video demonstration of exposure steps.
- 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
You may be able to join if
- Presence of fear of spiders (Potential diagnosis of arachnophobia)
You likely can't join if
- Reaching level 10 or higher in initial BATs
- Any acute or chronic mental disease more debilitating than fear of spiders
- Any debilitating acute or chronic somatic disease that prevents or counteracts exposure treatment effects (such as cardiovascular diseases)
- Heart Diseases (Pace makers, Bradycardia, Arterial Hypertonia, Heart Arrhythmia)
- Psychological, psychiatric, neurological or pharmacological treatment
- Drug or alcohol abuse
See the full eligibility criteria
- Presence of fear of spiders (Potential diagnosis of arachnophobia)
- Reaching level 10 or higher in initial BATs
- Any acute or chronic mental disease more debilitating than fear of spiders
- Any debilitating acute or chronic somatic disease that prevents or counteracts exposure treatment effects (such as cardiovascular diseases)
- Heart Diseases (Pace makers, Bradycardia, Arterial Hypertonia, Heart Arrhythmia)
- Psychological, psychiatric, neurological or pharmacological treatment
- Drug or alcohol abuse
- Pregnancy
- Insect Sting Allergy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bochum, Germany
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. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bochum, Germany. 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.