Can feeling good first help you conquer fear of public speaking?
NCT ID NCT06776991
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether doing a positive mood treatment before standard exposure therapy can improve outcomes for people with social anxiety and public speaking fears. About 94 adults with social anxiety disorder will first receive either a positive mood treatment or a relaxation treatment, then all will undergo exposure therapy. Researchers will measure anxiety, avoidance, and physiological responses during public speaking tasks to see which approach works better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Positive Affect Treatment - Behavioral (PAT-B) and Relaxation Treatment (both behavioral therapies)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a more effective way to treat social anxiety by boosting positive emotions before facing fears.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 94 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefit of adding a mood treatment before exposure therapy is still unproven.
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University of California, Los Angeles
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90024, United States
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University of California, Los Angeles
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90024, United States
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