Workbook to help with anxiety and depression in prison
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study is testing a special workbook that helps people in prison manage tough emotions like anxiety and depression using a technique called ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). The workbook is designed to be used on your own, and the study wants to see if it can help you feel better.
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Who can take part
- Must be 18 years or older
- Can read at a 6th grade level or higher
- Have moderate to severe anxiety, depression, or both
- No current self-harm or suicidal thoughts
- Not scheduled to leave or be transferred within 3 months
- Able and willing to use a workbook, with permission and materials like paper and pen
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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