Attention training for social anxiety: a controlled trial
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a simple computer exercise that trains your attention away from threat can reduce social anxiety, compared to a placebo (neutral) version. It's for adults with social anxiety disorder and takes place at Tel Aviv University.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with social anxiety disorder by a doctor.
- You have normal or corrected vision (glasses or contacts are okay, but no color blindness or bifocals).
- You understand Hebrew well enough to talk with the study team and fill out forms.
- You have not taken part in a computer-based attention training program for anxiety before.
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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