Metacognitive therapy vs. Cognitive therapy for anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two different types of therapy for anxiety disorders: metacognitive therapy (which focuses on how you think about your thoughts) versus cognitive-behavioral therapy (which works on changing thoughts and behaviors). It may help you find which approach works best for you.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your main diagnosis is generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, or post-traumatic stress disorder
- If you take medication for anxiety or mood, your dose has been stable for the past 6 weeks
- You can read and speak Swedish fluently
- You do not have a current psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, dementia, or moderate-to-severe substance use problem
- You are not at immediate risk of suicide and are not currently in another psychological therapy
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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