Digital training to improve self-efficacy for patients waiting for psychotherapy
Digital Self-efficacy Training to Bridge Waiting Times for Psychotherapy
NA · Psychiatric University Hospital, Zurich · NCT05560581
This study tests if a smartphone training program can help people waiting for therapy feel more confident and less stressed while they wait.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 94 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Psychiatric University Hospital, Zurich (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Winterthur and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05560581 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to enhance the experience of patients with psychiatric disorders who are on a waitlist for specialized psychotherapy by providing a smartphone-based self-efficacy training program. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving the training or a control group. The study will also utilize Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA) to monitor daily mood and social interactions. The goal is to determine if the training can boost self-efficacy, reduce stress, and decrease the likelihood of dropping out from the waitlist, while also positively influencing motivation and the therapeutic relationship in subsequent therapy.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with a psychiatric disorder who are currently on a waitlist for treatment and have access to a smartphone and the internet.
Not a fit: Patients currently undergoing intense psychotherapy, experiencing acute suicidality, or having acute psychotic symptoms may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the mental well-being of patients during their wait for psychotherapy.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of digital self-efficacy training is relatively novel, similar interventions have shown promise in improving patient outcomes in mental health settings.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * psychiatric disorder * age 18-65 * waiting for psychiatric assessment/treatment (being on waitlist) * sufficient knowledge of the German language * smartphone user * internet access via smartphone * internet access at home (laptop, tablet, or computer) Exclusion Criteria: * current intense psychotherapy * acute suicidality * acute psychotic symptoms * substance addiction
Where this trial is running
Winterthur and 1 other locations
- Integrated Psychiatry Winterthur — Winterthur, Switzerland (RECRUITING)
- Psychiatric University Hospital — Zurich, Switzerland (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Judith Rohde, MD — Psychiatric University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich
- Study coordinator: Judith Rohde, MD
- Email: judith.rohde@uzh.ch
- Phone: +41 (0)58 384 65 00
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.
Conditions: Psychiatric Disorder, Waiting for Psychotherapy