New therapy for teens with multiple life problems
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a new therapy called AMBIT (Adaptive Mentalization-based Integrative Treatment) to help teens facing multiple challenges. It compares the new therapy to the usual care to see if it works and is practical.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Be between 12 and 17 years old.
- Have at least two major problems, like skipping school, risky behaviors (alcohol, drugs, suicide attempts, or self-harm), or frequent visits to the emergency room.
- Or have one major problem, like contact with the police or homelessness in the past year.
- Have a diagnosed mental disorder.
- Get consent from your legal guardians (and give your own consent if you are 15 or older).
- Live in the Region Zealand area.
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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