Talking it out: CBT shows promise for Vaginismus-Related distress

NCT ID NCT07588724

First seen May 21, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a structured cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program could reduce psychological distress and improve problem-solving skills in women with vaginismus. Sixty women were split into two groups: one received CBT over three months, the other got routine care. Researchers measured distress and problem-solving before and after treatment using standard questionnaires.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dar Sehet Elmaraa Hospital

    Port Said, Egypt

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 (CBT)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to ease psychological distress and improve coping skills for women with vaginismus.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with 60 participants. Results may not apply to all women, and the therapy requires time and commitment.

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

vaginismus

As listed by the trial registrant

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