Phone therapy aims to ease anxiety in cystic fibrosis patients
NCT ID NCT07436351
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a self-help version of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), delivered via smartphone, can reduce anxiety and depression in adults with cystic fibrosis. About 60 participants will use the toolkit and report their symptoms. The goal is to improve mental well-being and quality of life.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 60 people
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- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Apr 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older * Existing diagnosis of cystic fibrosis * PHQ-9 score \>4 or GAD-7 score \>4 Exclusion Criteria: * History of suicide attempts or acute suicidal ideation on clinical assessment * Presence of psychotic disorder or symptoms * Presence of psychiatric disorders that interfere with participation in the study, judged by the study or treating clinician * Presence of other medical conditions that interfere with participation in the study, judged by the study or treating clinician
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19107, United States
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