One session to ease anxiety? new study tests a short fix for kids on long waitlists

NCT ID NCT05841680

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Florida International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a single-session program for children ages 7 to 17 with anxiety and their parents. The program teaches kids how to manage anxious thoughts and feelings, and shows parents how to support them. Researchers wanted to see if this quick help could reduce anxiety symptoms while families wait for longer treatment. The study included 59 families and measured anxiety levels right after the session and at a follow-up.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Single-session behavioral intervention for children and parents
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a quick, low-cost option to help children with anxiety while they wait for full treatment.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study with only 59 participants. The intervention is very brief, so it may not reduce anxiety enough to make a real difference.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY DISORDERS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Florida International University

Coral Gables, Florida, 33156, United States

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