Could group therapy be as good as One-on-One for teen depression?

NCT ID NCT07617467

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Sorlandet Hospital HF Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares group-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to standard individual therapy for young people aged 16-25 with depression, anxiety, or stress. About 212 participants will be randomly assigned to either group ACT or individual therapy. The goal is to see if group therapy works as well as one-on-one sessions, which could offer a more accessible treatment option.

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

Active substance: Group-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that group therapy is a good option for young people with depression and anxiety, potentially making treatment more accessible.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage study comparing two established therapies, so it may not find a clear difference. Results may not apply to all young people or settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder major depressive disorder mixed anxiety and depressive disorder

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ANXIETY ANXIETY DEPRESSION DEPRESSION - MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER DEPRESSION ANXIETY DISORDER

Could group therapy be as good as One-on-One for teen depression?

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