Could a photo of a friend beat electric shocks for social anxiety?
NCT ID NCT04564976
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study looks at whether thinking about a supportive person can help people with social anxiety disorder feel less fear. Researchers will show pictures of a loved one or a stranger while giving mild electric shocks to see if the loved one's image reduces fear. The goal is to understand how social support might help manage anxiety.
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UCLA Department of Psychology
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90095-1563, United States
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