Dog presence and oxytocin spray for trust in therapy
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study explores whether being with a friendly dog and getting a nasal spray of oxytocin (a natural hormone) can help you feel more trust toward a therapist. It's looking for healthy adults who are comfortable around dogs.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are not pregnant.
- You are not afraid of dogs and do not have dog hair allergies.
- You have no current medical conditions (like chronic pain, heart disease, or diabetes) and are not taking any prescription medications or in therapy.
- You have not used recreational drugs or had sex in the past 24 hours, and you do not have a current respiratory illness.
- You can understand and follow instructions in German.
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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