Can prayer and therapy together beat anxiety?

NCT ID NCT07334769

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ibn Haldun University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a new type of group therapy that combines standard cognitive behavioral therapy with religious values like gratitude and trust. Researchers compared it to regular therapy and a control group in 33 young adults with anxiety. The goal was to see if the faith-based approach reduces anxiety and improves well-being more than standard treatment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Religiously integrated cognitive behavioral group therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a more effective, culturally tailored therapy option for people with anxiety who value their faith.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 33 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy is online and group-based, which may not suit all individuals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder generalized anxiety disorder panic disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY DISORDER (PANIC DISORDER OR GAD) WELL-BEING

Contacts and locations

Locations

İstanbul

Istanbul, Türkiye, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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