Brain scans reveal how therapy helps smokers with schizophrenia kick the habit

NCT ID NCT07441928

First seen Mar 04, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a type of talk therapy called acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can help people with schizophrenia stop smoking and ease their psychotic symptoms. About 90 adults with schizophrenia who smoke will take part. Researchers will use brain scans (fMRI) to see if the therapy changes brain activity related to cravings and mental health.

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  • Lok Hong Integrated Community Centre for Mental Wellness, Tung Wah Group of Hospitals

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    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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  • Mental Health and Development, Christian Family Service Centre

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    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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  • Out-patient Clinic (Psy), Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital

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    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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  • The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong

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    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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  • The Society of Rehabilitation and Crime Prevention

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