Mentalization therapy for teens with behavior problems
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares a type of talk therapy called mentalization-based therapy with the usual care for teens aged 12–19 who have behavior disorders like ODD or conduct disorder. It looks at whether this therapy helps teens better understand their own and others' feelings, which can improve behavior and relationships.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be 12 to 19 years old.
- They must have a diagnosis of oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) or conduct dissocial disorder (CDD).
- Your child must live with their parents or guardians.
- You and your child must agree to take part in the study, and you (as a parent) must be willing to actively join therapy sessions.
- Your child should not have severe substance addiction needing hospital care, acute psychotic symptoms, or significant neurological/intellectual challenges (IQ below 80).
- Your child must be able to communicate well in German.
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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