SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER

This study tested a new way to help people with social anxiety by training them to replace negative thoughts with positive or neutral ones. 54 university students with high social anxiety were split into two groups: one practiced proactive thought control with AI feedback, the ot…

This study tested a 2-month group therapy program (CBT) for 34 teens aged 12-17 with social anxiety. The goal was to see if it reduces anxiety better than usual care. Researchers measured symptoms before, after, and one month later.

This study tested a once-daily pill called centanafadine in 315 adults aged 18 to 65 who have both ADHD and anxiety (generalized or social anxiety). For 8 weeks, participants received either the drug or a placebo to see if it reduces ADHD symptoms and anxiety. The goal is to find…

This study tested whether cannabidiol (CBD), a compound from cannabis, can reduce symptoms of social anxiety disorder. 60 adults with moderate to severe social anxiety took either a high dose (800 mg), a low dose (400 mg), or a placebo daily for three weeks. Researchers measured …

This study tested a single dose of BNC210, an experimental medication, against a placebo for quickly reducing anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder. 370 participants took the drug or placebo before a public speaking challenge and rated their distress. The goal was to see…

This study tested a new oral drug called EMP-01 in 70 adults with social anxiety disorder. The goal was to see if it is safe and if it can help reduce anxiety symptoms compared to a placebo. The trial was completed and focused on short-term treatment effects.

This study tested a nasal spray called PH94B in 224 adults with social anxiety disorder to see if it quickly reduces anxiety during a public speaking challenge. Participants used the spray just before speaking and rated their distress. The goal was to find a fast-acting, non-seda…

This study tested if text message coaching could help people reduce behaviors driven by appearance worries, like constant checking or hiding. Over 400 adults with body image concerns received either text-based tips or a relaxing video. The goal was to see if the text approach cou…

This study tested an online therapy program for 49 teenagers with social anxiety disorder. The therapy focused on building self-compassion and improving emotion regulation. Researchers measured changes in anxiety symptoms, emotional control, and heart rate patterns to see if the …

This study looked at whether the McLean Anxiety Mastery Program helps children and teens ages 6 to 19 with anxiety disorders like social anxiety, panic, or phobias. Researchers collected surveys from patients before, during, and after treatment, and compared them to kids on a wai…

This study tested whether giving people real-time feedback on their brain activity (neurofeedback) helps them better regulate emotions. 21 adults with anxiety disorders like social anxiety or panic disorder participated. They used brain scans to see and control their prefrontal c…

This study looked at whether exercise helps adults with high anxiety and anxiety disorders (like generalized anxiety, panic, or social anxiety) better learn to overcome fear. 54 participants either exercised or sat quietly after a fear-learning task. Researchers measured skin res…

This study looked at whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS can change how young adults with social anxiety pay attention to, interpret, and remember social information. 74 participants aged 18-24 completed tasks measuring these thinking pattern…