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CvC-SAD (Clinician vs Coach)Self-help Versions in a RCT

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 100 YearsAllChinese University of Hong Kong
NCT05292612 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Background: Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is a common mental problem, where people experience severe and disabling anxiety about social situations and interactions. It is highly prevalent world-wide and in Hong Kong, causing significant suffering/distress. While evidence-based interventions exist, e.g., cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), there will be not enough trained therapists to meet the treatment demand so that the majority of the SAD patients receive no treatment. Internet-based therapies may offer a solution, given that they deliver treatment more cost-efficiently by requiring lesser therapist time so that more patients can be treated with the same therapist resources. One UK internet-based CBT protocol for SAD, iCBT(C\&W), shows high efficacy and efficiency in initial UK and Hong Kong trials with Englishspeaking patients. Objectives: 1. To develop and confirm the efficacy o

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion * Meets DSM-5 criteria for SAD (SAD must be generalised, not the 'performance only' subtype) * Considers SAD their main problem * Age 18 or over (no upper age limit) * No current psychotropic mediation, or on a stable dose for at least two months without improvement, and willing to remain at this dose throughout trial * Participant agrees not to start any other forms of treatment during the trial * Chinese resident of Hong Kong * Proficient in written traditional Chinese and spoken Cantonese * Internet access from home Exclusion * current or past psychosis, bipolar disorder, or borderline personality disorder * active suicidality * 'Moderate' or 'Severe' Alcohol Use Disorder or Substance Use Disorder (based on DSM-5) * No current or previous CBT for SAD (defined as at least 5 sessions, and including an exposure component), including internet-CBT studies * Not another current emotional problem that is the participant's main concern (Participant must not be largely absorbed in another emotional problem, for which it would be unethical not to address as a priority)
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What it tests

  • iCBT(C&W) for SAD
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Where

1 site
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Shatin, Hong Kong
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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