Talking therapy shows promise for angry kids

NCT ID NCT07603986

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Geha Mental Health Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study tested whether adding cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to usual care helps reduce irritability and suicidal thoughts in children aged 8 to 12 with anger and aggression issues. 46 children were assigned to either CBT plus usual care or usual care alone. The therapy focused on emotion regulation, problem-solving, and social skills. Researchers measured changes in irritability and suicidal ideation over time.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anger and Aggression (CBT-AA)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-drug therapy to help children manage anger and reduce suicidal thoughts.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 46 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is added to usual care, so it's unclear how much benefit comes from CBT alone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder conduct disorder intermittent explosive disorder oppositional defiant disorder Suicidal Ideation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANGER EXTERNALIZING BEHAVIOR IRRITABILITY SUICIDAL BEHAVIOR SUICIDAL IDEATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Geha Mental Health Center

Petah Tikva, 49100, Israel

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