Phobic disorder

This study tested whether adding vaccine discussions to routine behavioral health visits could reduce hesitancy and increase COVID-19 and flu shots among Latinx adults with mental illness. Clinicians used motivational interviewing and could offer a warm handoff to a nurse for vac…

This study tested whether a mild electrical current applied to the forehead (tDCS) could make exposure therapy work better for people with social anxiety. Thirty-three adults with public speaking fears gave speeches in virtual reality while receiving either real or fake tDCS. The…

This study tested a nasal spray called PH94B to see if it could quickly reduce anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder during a public speaking task. About 228 participants were expected to take the spray or a placebo before speaking. The trial was terminated early, so res…

This study tested the safety of a nasal spray called PH94B for people with social anxiety disorder. Participants used the spray up to 4 times a day for up to 12 months when feeling anxious. The trial was terminated early, so we don't have full results on its safety or effectivene…

This study followed 167 adults with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or sleep problems who visited their primary care doctor. Researchers used health conversations and a blood test to track lifestyle changes and heart disease risks over up to 20 years. The goal was …