A self-help workbook for managing anxiety and depression in prisons
Pilot Effectiveness Trial of an ACT Self-help Workbook Tailored Specifically for Prisons
This study is testing a self-help workbook designed to help people in prison manage their anxiety and depression better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 96 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Wisconsin, Madison Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Madison, Wisconsin) |
| Trial ID | NCT06162624 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research aims to adapt an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) self-help workbook specifically for incarcerated individuals. The study involves a three-step process: first, gathering input from stakeholders to tailor the workbook's content and format; second, refining the workbook based on feedback from participants; and third, assessing the workbook's feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness in reducing anxiety and depression among inmates. Participants will engage with the workbook over 13 weeks, with assessments conducted at various intervals to measure outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are incarcerated individuals aged 18 and older who experience moderate to severe anxiety and/or depression.
Not a fit: Patients who are actively self-harming or have suicidal intent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could provide incarcerated individuals with effective tools to manage anxiety and depression, potentially improving their mental health and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using self-help interventions for mental health in prison settings, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * Reading level of 6th grade or higher determined by the Wide Range Achievement Test * Moderate or severe anxiety and/or depression determined by the Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II) and Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) * No active self-harm or active suicidal intent * No scheduled transfer or release for at least three months * Must be willing and able to participate, including having permission and ability to use study materials, such as paper and a writing utensil Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to provide informed consent * Active self-harm or suicidal intent * Scheduled transfer or release within three months
Where this trial is running
Madison, Wisconsin
- University of Wisconsin — Madison, Wisconsin, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Michael Koenigs, PhD — University of Wisconsin, Madison
- Study coordinator: Madilyn Michels
- Email: mgmichels@wisc.edu
- Phone: 920-602-5612
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.