New therapy aims to retrain the brain to stop seizures in teens

NCT ID NCT05819268

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a behavioral therapy called ReACT for teens aged 11-18 with functional seizures (non-epileptic). The therapy involves 12 sessions with a therapist to help manage seizures. Researchers want to see if a larger study is possible by checking how many teens join, stick with treatment, and find it acceptable. Participants are randomly assigned to ReACT or another online therapy (CATCH-IT).

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Retraining and Control Therapy (ReACT) – a behavioral therapy

What this could lead to

If this therapy works, it could provide a non-drug way to help teens reduce or stop functional seizures.

What could go wrong

This is a small feasibility study, not a full test of effectiveness. The therapy may not work for everyone, and some teens might not stick with it.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

conversion disorder Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures visual epilepsy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    RECRUITING

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

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