Can one therapy help teens with both social anxiety and defiant behavior?
NCT ID NCT07456631
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a type of talk therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for teenagers who have both social anxiety disorder and oppositional defiant disorder. The therapy aims to help teens become more flexible in their thinking and behavior. Researchers will measure changes in social fears, disruptive behavior, and aggression over 11 weekly sessions.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a type of talk therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a single therapy approach for teens with both social anxiety and oppositional defiant disorder, potentially improving their social skills and mental health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 54 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is behavioral and may not work for all teens.
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FPCEUC
RECRUITINGCoimbra, Portugal
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