Generalist vs specialist care for severe personality disorders
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of treatment—generalist care by a therapist or specialist care—for people with severe personality disorders. It aims to find which approach works better and is more cost-effective.
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Who can take part
- You must have a severe or extreme personality disorder diagnosis.
- Your IQ must be 75 or higher.
- You must be legally able to make your own decisions.
- You cannot have another mental health condition that needs treatment first.
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