Can a weekly skills group help teens at risk for psychosis?

NCT ID NCT05398120

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Pittsburgh Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a weekly skills group is practical and helpful for teens aged 13-18 who are at clinical high risk for psychosis. The group combines two types of therapy to teach coping and social skills. Researchers will track attendance, satisfaction, and quality of life over 6 months in 30 participants.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Skills group combining cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a practical, low-cost way to help teens at risk for psychosis manage stress and improve daily life.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 30 participants. It is not designed to prove the group works, only that it can be run. Results may not apply to all teens.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

mental disorder psychotic disorder prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CLINICAL HIGH RISK PSYCHOLOGICAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bellefield Towers
RECRUITING

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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