Metacognitive Therapy vs Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorders

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 qualitative study examines participants’ perceptions of two anxiety-focused treatments: transdiagnostic metacognitive therapy and disorder-specific cognitive-behavioral therapy. It draws on participants who previously enrolled in a randomized controlled trial to understand factors affecting implementation and dissemination. The goal is to identify barriers, facilitators, and overall acceptability to inform future adoption in clinical settings. Methods involve qualitative data collection from trial participants to contextualize treatment experiences and preferences. The study is led by Karolinska Institutet at the Northern Stockholm Psychiatry Clinic in Sweden.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 years or older,
* A principal diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, or posttraumatic stress disorder,
* No change in dose during the last six weeks if on pharmacological treatment, and
* Ability to read and speak Swedish.

Exclusion Criteria:

* A current diagnosis of psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, neurocognitive disorder, or moderate to severe substance use disorder,
* Acute suicide risk, or
* Concurrent psychological treatment.

Where it's running

• Northern Stockholm Psychiatry Clinic
  Stockholm, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Benjamin Bohman — Karolinska Institutet
• Study coordinator: Benjamin Bohman
• Email: benjamin.bohman@ki.se
• Phone: 0701713443

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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.