Prevention program for young adults with unusual experiences
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help young adults who have had unusual thoughts or experiences (like feeling people are talking about them or that things have hidden meanings) learn ways to cope and feel better. The goal is to prevent these experiences from turning into bigger problems.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 30 years old.
- You are in your first or second year of college (freshman or sophomore).
- You have had some unusual thoughts or experiences (like feeling others are against you or things have special meanings).
- You are not currently in therapy or taking psychiatric medications (other than for ADHD).
- You do not have an active serious mental health diagnosis like schizophrenia, severe depression, or bipolar disorder.
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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