Feeling good before facing fears: new study tests Mood-Boosting prep for public speaking anxiety

NCT ID NCT06776991

First seen Jan 12, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looks at whether doing a positive mood treatment before exposure therapy can improve outcomes for people with social anxiety and public speaking fears. About 94 adults with social anxiety disorder will be randomly assigned to either a positive mood treatment or a relaxation treatment before all participants undergo exposure therapy. Researchers will measure anxiety, heart rate, and how long people can speak to see which prep works better.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of California, Los Angeles

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    Los Angeles, California, 90024, United States

  • University of California, Los Angeles

    RECRUITING

    Los Angeles, California, 90024, United States

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