Therapy for anxiety during pregnancy and after childbirth
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) versus psychoeducation to treat anxiety in people who are pregnant or recently postpartum. It looks at whether one type of structured talk-therapy helps anxiety better, especially when depression is also present.
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Who can take part
- You’re 18 or older and either pregnant or within 12 months after delivery
- You have a diagnosed anxiety disorder (with or without also having depression)
- You’re not currently in any other psychological therapy at the same time
- You’re not taking “psychoactive” medicines, or your anxiety/depression medicine has been the same for at least 8 weeks and stays the same during the study
- You can read and speak English well enough for therapy materials (about at least grade 8 level)
Quick eligibility check
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