Phobic disorder

This trial tests whether two simple distractions — watching a betta fish or playing with a hand puppet — can lower pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 5 to 7 during a blood draw. One group will use the fish, another the puppet, and a third will receive standard care. Researc…

This study tests whether giving cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in person, via video, or a mix of both works best for children aged 5-18 with anxiety or OCD. About 500 kids will be randomly assigned to one of three delivery methods. The goal is to find out which approach impro…

This study tests a group therapy program called the Unified Protocol for adults with emotional disorders such as anxiety, depression, and related conditions. The program teaches skills like emotional awareness, flexible thinking, and facing fears. Researchers want to see if it im…

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 relaxa…

This study is developing and testing a new internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) program for children and teens aged 8-17 with anxiety disorders. The 12-week program, guided by a therapist, uses exposure therapy to help young people face their fears. Researchers …

This study tests whether a nasal spray called fasedienol can quickly reduce anxiety in people with social anxiety disorder when they have to speak in public. Sixty adults will receive either the spray, a combination, or a placebo before a speech challenge. The goal is to see if i…

This study tests a new way to reduce fear in people with phobias (like spiders or snakes) without needing to consciously face what scares them. Using brain scans (fMRI), the method retrains the brain unconsciously, aiming to lower fear responses and make treatment less distressin…