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Can acceptance and compassion rewire the Brain's body image?

NCT ID NCT07036744

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Coimbra Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new group therapy called MIND-over-MIRROR for adults with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), a condition where people become excessively preoccupied with perceived flaws in their appearance. The therapy combines acceptance and commitment techniques with compassion-focused strategies over eight weekly sessions plus a booster. Researchers will measure changes in appearance anxiety and related symptoms, and some participants will also undergo brain scans to explore how the therapy affects brain activity.

What this could mean

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Active substance
MIND-over-MIRROR group therapy (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with compassion)
What this could lead to
If effective, this therapy could offer a new, accessible treatment option for body dysmorphic disorder, reducing distress and improving quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage feasibility study with only 18 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy may not outperform existing treatments or standard care.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

18 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18-65 years; * Fluent Portuguese speakers; * Over the cut-off score for the AAI (≥ 21) and the DCQ (≥ 9); Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant; * If medicated, not stabilized for at least 2 months * Currently under other clinical psychology intervention; * Current suicidal ideation;

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Conditions

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body dysmorphic disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Body dysmorphic disorder

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CINEICC, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences of the University of Coimbra

    Coimbra, Coimbra District, 3000-115, Portugal

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