Extra group therapies for personality disorders
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at adding extra group therapies (like body awareness or art therapy) to a standard therapy for people with certain personality disorders. The aim is to see if these extra groups help improve emotional awareness and relationships.
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Who can take part
- You are enrolled in a mentalisation-based therapy (MBT) programme for severe avoidant personality disorder or borderline personality disorder.
- You are between the ages of 20 and 40.
- You can speak and understand Norwegian at a level that allows you to take part in group sessions.
- You are willing to join one of three added group therapies as part of the study.
- You do not have a diagnosis of schizophrenia-spectrum disorder, bipolar I disorder, or antisocial personality disorder.
- You do not have ongoing drug or alcohol dependence.
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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