Can just 4 therapy sessions beat anxiety and depression?
NCT ID NCT06909669
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether very short (4 or 8 sessions) psychological treatments can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress-related physical complaints. About 184 adults with mild to moderate symptoms will be randomly assigned to group or individual therapy, or a relaxation control group. Researchers will track symptom changes for 6 months after treatment ends.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Unidad de Atención Psicológica (UNAP) de la Universidad de Córdoba
Córdoba, Córdoba, 14071, Spain
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Unidad de Salud Mental del Hospital Universitario Reina Sofía
Córdoba, Córdoba, 14004, Spain
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