New treatment option for OCD
Official title Effect of Emotion-Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Symptom Severity
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07622654
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to investigate the effect of Emotion-Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) group psychotherapy on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptom severity. Participants with OCD will be randomly assigned to either an ACT-based group psychotherapy arm or a supportive group psychotherapy arm.
- 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
- Diagnosis of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder according to DSM-5 criteria
- Age between 18-65 years
- Minimum literacy level
- Willingness to participate and providing informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Age over 65 years
- Diagnosis of alcohol or substance use disorder
- Comorbid psychotic disorder or intellectual disability
- Any change in psychiatric treatment (medication or psychotherapy) in the last 3 months
- Comorbid psychiatric disorder that would impair group therapy compliance
- History of cognitive impairment due to dementia, organic brain syndrome or other neurological/organic pathology
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. 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.