Combining parent and child treatments for social anxiety in children
More Than the Sum of Its Parts: Investigating a Combined Parent-child Treatment for Children With Social Anxiety
This study is testing a new treatment for children with social anxiety that helps both kids and their parents through separate but coordinated programs to see if it makes a difference in how they feel and cope.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 9 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years to 16 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Leiden University Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Delft, South Holland and 2 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06352463 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This pilot project investigates a treatment program for children with social anxiety disorder, where children and their parents undergo separate but parallel evidence-based interventions. After an initial diagnostic phase, participants will be randomly assigned to a waiting period before starting tailored cognitive behavioral therapy for children and supportive parenting strategies for parents. Throughout the treatment, participants will provide daily feedback through Experience Sampling Methods, allowing researchers to assess the interaction and effectiveness of both programs. The study includes multiple assessments at various stages to evaluate progress and outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children diagnosed with social anxiety disorder whose parents are willing to participate in the treatment.
Not a fit: Patients currently undergoing treatment for anxiety or those with other pressing mental health issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve treatment outcomes for children with social anxiety by addressing both the child and parent simultaneously.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of combining parent and child treatments is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in addressing childhood anxiety, suggesting potential for success.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis social anxiety * At least 1 parent is willing to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Currently under treatment for anxiety * Other complaints that need attention first * Not understanding instructions/treatment
Where this trial is running
Delft, South Holland and 2 other locations
- GGZ Delfland — Delft, South Holland, Netherlands (Not_yet_recruiting)
- Leiden University — Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands (Recruiting)
- Lubec — Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anke M Klein, AS — Leiden University
- Study coordinator: Anke M Klein, AS
- Email: a.m.klein@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
- Phone: +31655111908
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.