Comparing two types of talk therapy for generalized anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial compares two short-term therapies—psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioral—for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It aims to see which approach works better over 12 weekly sessions.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You were diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) within the last 2 years.
- You have not had any talk therapy in the past 6 months.
- You can attend 12 weekly therapy sessions, each lasting 50 minutes.
- If doing online sessions, you need a stable internet connection and a device.
- You can understand and sign a consent form.
Quick eligibility check
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