Cognitive behavioral therapy for older adults
Part of Digestive system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a type of talk therapy called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help older adults think more flexibly and reduce repetitive negative thoughts. It may improve mental well-being and daily coping.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older.
- You are willing to take part in the study.
- You can see and hear well enough to understand the training.
- You can communicate and understand what is being taught.
- You can read and write.
- You score between 25 and 30 on a standard memory and thinking test.
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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