Studying paranoia changes with talk therapy
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests how a type of talk therapy affects paranoia in people with schizophrenia or related conditions. It aims to understand if daily changes in paranoia can improve with treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You speak and understand English well.
- You have been on a stable dose of antipsychotic medication for at least two weeks.
- You have a diagnosis of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or a similar condition.
- You have a persistent belief that others are trying to harm you (persecutory delusion) for at least two months.
- You do not have a serious medical condition affecting brain function or a history of severe head injury.
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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