Mind over meds: Future-Thinking boosts heart drug adherence

NCT ID NCT07174778

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study tests a simple mental exercise called Episodic Future Thinking (EFT) to help people with atrial fibrillation remember to take their blood thinner medication. 68 participants will either get the EFT training plus usual care, or just usual care. Researchers will check if the training improves medication adherence, decision-making, and knowledge about anticoagulants.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital

    Guangzhou, Gangdong, 510080, China

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  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

    Guangzhou, Gangdong, 510080, China

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