Can online therapy beat burnout? new study tests three approaches
NCT ID NCT07272421
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares three online treatments for people with clinical burnout who are on sick leave or struggling at work. 210 adults in Sweden will receive either acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), a recuperation-focused program, or ACT plus extra work support. The goal is to see which approach reduces burnout symptoms and sick-leave days best.
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 210 people
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- Expected to start
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Dec 2025
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- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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18 years and older
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 years or older * Self-reported or clinically verified symptoms consistent with clinical burnout (e.g., pronounced fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and reduced stress tolerance following prolonged psychosocial stress) * Currently on ≥25% sick leave and experiencing significant functional impairment in work or daily life due to these symptoms * Stable occupation or engagement (employment or studies) * Ability to read and write Swedish * Daily access to the internet Exclusion Criteria: * Sick leave \> 2 years for the current episode * Severe acute psychiatric conditions, including: severe depression, bipolar disorder, untreated PTSD, schizophrenia, or other psychotic disorders * Current substance abuse * Active suicidal ideation (as assessed during clinical evaluation)
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