Online therapy eases stigma and stress for families after psychotic attack

NCT ID NCT06655688

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested an online program called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for family members of people who had a first psychotic attack. The goal was to see if it could reduce self-stigma, improve coping with stress, and boost psychological resilience. Forty-one family members took part in eight online sessions over four weeks. The results could point to a helpful way to support families during a difficult time.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - an online behavioral therapy program
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a practical, online therapy to help family members cope better and feel less stigma after a loved one's first psychotic attack.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 41 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy was online, which may not suit all families.

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Conditions

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ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY FAMILY MEMBERS FIRST PSYCHOTIC ATTACK

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Locations

Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi

Istanbul, 34668, Turkey (Türkiye)

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