Group therapy for worry and uncertainty
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a type of talking therapy that helps people cope with uncertainty is better than a relaxation technique. It might help reduce anxiety and worry.
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Who can take part
- You have normal or corrected vision (glasses or contacts are fine).
- You speak English fluently.
- You are able to give your own consent to take part.
- You live near Cambridge or can travel there for the sessions.
- You have significant difficulty with uncertainty (score above 28 on a standard questionnaire).
- You have moderate anxiety symptoms (score of 8 or more on a standard anxiety questionnaire).
- You are either not taking anxiety medication, or your medication dose has been stable for a while and will stay the same during the study.
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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