Simple talk therapy shows promise for heart and diabetes Patients' mental health
NCT ID NCT05611112
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested problem-solving therapy (PST) for adults with type 2 diabetes or heart disease who also have poor mental well-being. PST is a structured talk therapy where patients list their problems, weigh solutions, and take action. The trial involved 147 patients in general practice and measured depression and anxiety after 12 months. The goal was to see if this brief therapy can improve mental health in people already managing a chronic illness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Problem-solving therapy (a structured talk therapy that helps patients identify problems and choose solutions)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to improve mental well-being for people managing chronic diseases like diabetes or heart disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with 147 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy may not work for all patients or may have limited long-term benefits.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Research unit for general practice
Aarhus, 8000, Denmark
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