Comparing two therapies for veterans with social anxiety disorder

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of Transdiagnostic Behavior Therapy (TBT) compared to traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) specifically for veterans suffering from social anxiety disorder (SAD) and comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The research employs a randomized controlled trial design, assessing psychiatric symptoms and quality of life at multiple time points, including pre-treatment, mid-treatment, post-treatment, and at a 6-month follow-up. Veterans will be recruited from various mental health programs within the Charleston VA Health Care System, and their participation will involve a thorough intake process to ensure eligibility. The study aims to improve psychological well-being and social reintegration for participants.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Participants must be Veterans and registered at Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs Health Care System
* Participants must be clearly competent to provide informed consent for research participation
* Participants must meet DSM-5 criteria for social anxiety disorder
* Participants must have clinically significant symptoms of comorbid posttraumatic stress

Exclusion Criteria:

* recent history (\< 2 months) of psychiatric hospitalization or a suicide attempt as documented in their medical record,
* acute, severe illness or medical condition that likely will interfere with study procedures as documented in their medical record
* recent start of new psychiatric medication(s) (\< 4 weeks),
* primary diagnosis of a condition associated with psychotic symptoms, personality disorder, substance use disorder, or bipolar disorder.

Where it's running

• Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, SC
  Charleston, South Carolina, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Daniel F Gros, PhD MA BS — Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, SC
• Study coordinator: Daniel F Gros, PhD MA BS
• Email: daniel.gros@va.gov
• Phone: (843) 789-6225

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.