ANXIETY DISORDERS

This study looks at whether adding a special type of massage therapy to regular mental health care can help refugees and asylum seekers who survived torture or war. About 50 people will take part, with some getting massage plus standard care and others getting standard care alone…

This study looks at whether foot reflexology can reduce anxiety symptoms in adults diagnosed with anxiety disorders. 44 participants will receive either real foot reflexology or a sham foot massage twice a week for 5 weeks. The goal is to see if reflexology leads to a greater dro…

This study follows 4,000 people with rheumatoid arthritis (ages 50-75) over 10 years to learn more about their risk for heart disease, lung problems, and mental health issues. Participants get a special heart CT scan, lung tests, and questionnaires. The goal is to better identify…

This study looks at whether certain brain waves in the prefrontal cortex can serve as a marker for social anxiety. Researchers will monitor the brain activity of 30 people with social anxiety disorder while they anticipate giving a speech. The goal is to better understand the bio…

This study will follow 192 teenagers aged 12 to 20 who are already receiving either Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Brief Strategic Therapy (BST) for conditions like anxiety, depression, or OCD. Researchers will track their progress using questionnaires and interviews over …

This study tests a simple idea: giving doctors a short summary of each patient's work-related challenges before their appointment. The goal is to help people with muscle pain, anxiety, depression, or stress return to work faster. About 1180 adults in Norway will take part, and re…

This study tests whether a single session of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) — a non-invasive brain stimulation technique — can help people with anxiety disorders better update their fear and safety memories. 140 adults will receive either real or sham stimulation …

This study looks at whether talking with AI chatbots can improve how much adults understand anxiety and reduce stigma, compared to reading standard materials. About 200 people aged 18-65 will use either an AI chatbot, a chatbot with simulated anxiety conversations, or text-based …

This study follows 384 Brazilian patients who are using cannabis-based products prescribed by their doctors for chronic pain, anxiety, or depression. Researchers will not provide any treatment but will track patients' progress over 6 months through online questionnaires. The goal…

This study reviewed medical records of 376 people who received LSD or psilocybin therapy for hard-to-treat depression, anxiety, or addiction. Researchers wanted to see if the intensity of the psychedelic experience was linked to better outcomes. No new treatments were given—only …