Psychological treatment for patients with chronic kidney disease

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 investigates the efficacy of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a psychological intervention for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease. Participants will be assessed for eligibility and then randomly assigned to either a control group or an intervention group receiving 8 sessions of ACT. The effectiveness of the treatment will be evaluated using self-report instruments before and after the intervention, as well as at a 3-month follow-up. The study aims to provide insights into the psychological well-being of patients undergoing hemodialysis.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with chronic kidney disease on haemodialysis
* Older than 18 years-old
* At least 3 months on haemodialysis
* HADS Global Scale Score ≥14

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of severe or chronic mental disorder, mental retardation and cognitive impairment, or disabling illness.
* Antidepressant drugs consume
* Insufficient understanding of Spanish.
* Patients who are in the Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease Unit
* Receiving other psychological treatment

Where it's running

• Fundación Renal Iñigo Alvarez de Toledo
  Madrid, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Francisco Montesinos, Ph.D. — Universidad Europea de Madrid
• Study coordinator: Francisco Montesinos, Ph.D.
• Email: francisco.montesinos@universidadeuropea.es
• Phone: +34647413773

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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.