Teens learn to tame emotions in school group trial
NCT ID NCT06878521
First seen Mar 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This completed trial tested an 8-week group program to help teenagers aged 14-16 with mild emotional regulation issues. The program, based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy, was held at school during school hours. Researchers measured changes in emotional control, anxiety, and depression symptoms before and after the program, and again three months later.
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Universidad de La Frontera
Temuco, Chile
What this could mean
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Active substance
Emotional regulation skills training (group therapy based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could offer schools a simple, low-cost way to help teens manage emotions and reduce mild anxiety or depression symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 69 participants and no blinding. Results may not apply to all teens, and long-term benefits are unknown.
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