Therapy for death anxiety and mild depression or anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a specific type of talk therapy (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT) can help people who feel very anxious about death and also have mild depression or anxiety. The therapy aims to shift focus from fear to living a meaningful life.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult (18 or older).
- You have moderate to high fear or worry about death (a score of 55 or higher on a questionnaire).
- You have mild symptoms of depression (score of 9 or higher) or mild symptoms of anxiety (score of 9 or higher).
- You do not have severe thoughts of harming yourself.
- You are not currently in therapy or on medication for mental health issues (except if you have only depression or anxiety).
Quick eligibility check
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