Psychological treatment for paraphilic 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 study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for patients with paraphilic disorders who are seeking help. It will assess whether CBT can reduce problematic sexual behaviors and psychiatric symptoms, as well as improve the quality of life for these individuals. Participants will engage in daily symptom reporting and undergo qualitative interviews to share their experiences and perceived obstacles to care. The treatment is designed to be completed within 12 weeks, with follow-up assessments conducted three months post-treatment.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Participants included in the study Paraphilic Disorders and Other Conditions With Risk for Sexual Violence: a Case-control Study
2. Deemed to benefit from CBT.
3. Signed informed consent form for participation in the CBT treatment.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Mental condition that could negatively influence either the patient's health or the scientific aspects of the study, e.g., substance use syndrome, other ongoing psychotherapeutic treatment.
2. Initiation of medication or change change of concurrent medication or dosage in the past three months regarding antidepressants, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder medication, cortisone, testosterone, naltrexone, testosterone blockers, or dopamine precursors. Smaller adjustments may in some cases be acceptable (assessed by study psychiatrist).

Where it's running

• ANOVA, Karolinska university hospital
  Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: josephine Savard — Anova, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
• Study coordinator: josephine savard, MD, PhD
• Email: josephine.savard@regionstockholm.se
• Phone: 0046812373200

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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.