New therapy helps anxious kids before problems grow

NCT ID NCT00865306

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a therapy program called 'Being Brave' for children ages 4 to 7 who were at risk for anxiety disorders. The program involved parents and children learning coping skills together. Researchers compared 65 children who received the therapy to those on a waitlist. Results showed that children in the therapy group had greater improvement in anxiety symptoms.

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) program called 'Being Brave'
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an effective early intervention to reduce anxiety in young children and prevent long-term issues.
What could go wrong: This was a small pilot study with only 65 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention requires significant parent involvement, which may not work for all families.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Massachusetts General Hospital

Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138, United States

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