ANXIETY DISORDERS

This study aims to see which of two common talk therapies—Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Brief Strategic Therapy (BST)—is more effective for teenagers with anxiety, depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. Researchers will observe 192 teens aged 12-20 who are already …

This study is looking back at medical records to understand how supervised therapy using substances like LSD or psilocybin (from 'magic mushrooms') worked for people with severe depression, anxiety, or addiction. It involves about 376 people in Switzerland who had already receive…

This study is testing whether foot reflexology—a type of massage targeting specific points on the feet—can help reduce anxiety symptoms. Researchers are comparing it to a sham (fake) foot massage in 44 adults diagnosed with anxiety. The goal is to see if the real reflexology lead…

This study is testing whether a 6-session resilience coaching program called PRISM is practical and helpful for young adults (ages 18-39) with cancer or desmoid tumors who are experiencing moderate anxiety or depression. The program teaches skills like stress management and goal …

This study is testing whether a single session of gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation can help people with anxiety disorders. 140 participants will receive either real or fake stimulation while playing a computer game designed to retrain fear responses. The goal is to see if s…

This study aims to understand how effective and safe prescribed cannabis products are for people in Brazil dealing with chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Researchers will follow 384 patients for six months, tracking their symptoms and quality of life through online surveys. …

This study aims to understand the brain basis of social anxiety. Researchers will measure specific slow brain waves in 30 people with social anxiety disorder while they anticipate a stressful social situation. The goal is to see if these brain waves can serve as a biological mark…

This study is testing whether AI chatbots can help adults learn more about anxiety and improve their willingness to seek help. Researchers are comparing interactive chatbot conversations to standard educational text. 200 participants will use the assigned tools for one week and a…

This study aims to better understand the heart, lung, and mental health risks faced by people with rheumatoid arthritis. It will follow 4,000 participants for up to 10 years, using heart scans, lung tests, questionnaires, and blood samples. The goal is to learn how to spot these …