Cognitive-behavioral therapy for Chinese adolescents with self-injury
A Blended Version of the Unified Protocol for Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders in Chinese Adolescents With Non-suicidal Self-injury: A Pilot Study
This study is testing a new online and video therapy program to help Chinese teens aged 12-17 who hurt themselves learn to manage their emotions better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 12 (estimated) |
| Ages | 12 Years to 17 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Central South University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Changsha, Hunan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06858540 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention utilizes the Unified Protocol for Transdiagnostic Treatment of Emotional Disorders in Adolescents (UP-A) to help Chinese adolescents aged 12-17 who engage in non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). The program consists of 8 modules, including both online self-guided sessions and therapist-guided videoconference sessions, aimed at teaching participants how to manage their emotional distress more effectively. The study will evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of this blended treatment approach through pretest, posttest, and follow-up assessments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Chinese adolescents aged 12-17 who have engaged in non-suicidal self-injury at least 5 times in the past year.
Not a fit: Patients who have attempted suicide recently or have serious mental health disorders may not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce self-injury behaviors and improve emotional regulation in adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy for emotional disorders have shown promising results, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Aged between 12 and 17 years; 2. Engaged in non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) at least 5 times in the past 12 months, with at least 1 episode in the past month; 3. Minimum education level of primary school or above; 4. Participant and guardian fully understand the research content and agree to participate, with signed informed consent provided. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Suicide attempts in the past month or a score of ≥17 on the MINI National Neuropsychiatric Interview for Children (MINI KID 5.0), indicating a high risk of suicide; 2. Diagnosis of a psychotic disorder, manic or hypomanic episode, autism spectrum disorder, or other serious neurodevelopmental disorders according to the DSM-5; 3. Presence of severe physical illness or other medical conditions that may affect the completion of treatment and evaluation; 4. Currently receiving other professional psychotherapy or participating in another NSSI intervention study; 5. Received 5 or more sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in the past 5 years; 6. Having received electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) within the past 6 months.
Where this trial is running
Changsha, Hunan
- The Second Xiangya Hospital — Changsha, Hunan, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Jianjun Ou, Doctor
- Email: oujianjun@csu.edu.cn
- Phone: +8617775861486
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.