Can a training program help therapy interns talk better with patients?
NCT ID NCT07333781
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program called iCOT to improve how occupational therapy interns communicate with patients in mental health settings. The program included online training and feedback from patients, supervisors, and experts. Researchers compared interns who received iCOT to data from a previous group. The goal was to see if iCOT boosts communication skills as rated by experts, supervisors, and patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
iCOT (communication skills training program)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could become a standard way to train occupational therapy interns in mental health settings, improving patient interactions.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study with no phase, so results may not be widely applicable. The comparison group used past data, which can introduce bias.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for MENTAL DISORDER are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Locations
-
Chang Gung Medical Hospital
Kaohsiung City, Niaosong Dist, 833401, Taiwan