TAG TEAM: Group CBT for minority stress in trans and gender diverse teens

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 randomized trial compares the TAG TEAM group CBT program to a waitlist control in trans and gender diverse youths aged 12-17 with moderate or higher psychological distress. The 6 weekly, 2-hour sessions cover minority stress, protective factors, and coping skills, with videos and discussions led by a psychologist and a trans peer facilitator. A mixed-methods design includes quantitative outcomes and a qualitative sub-study using photovoice or interviews to explore participant experiences. The study builds on co-design with the community to assess feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness. Sessions include a mid-session break and between-session activities consistent with core CBT principles.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Participants will be enrolled into the RCT only if they meet all the inclusion criteria and none of the exclusion criteria.

Inclusion Criteria:

* Identifies as trans, non-binary, or gender diverse
* Is between the ages of 12 and 17 years inclusive
* Has completed primary school at the time of enrolment into the study
* Has current psychological stress symptomology as determined by a score of moderate or above on the DASS-Y
* Provide informed consent: All participants and parent/legal guardians must be willing to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Has current acute suicidal symptomology as determined by a combination of clinical judgement and the results of the Ask Suicide-Screening Questions (ASQ) suicide screening tool (e.g., answer yes to question 5) to determine the risk of suicide (has an active plan and/or intent to suicide) at time of screening interview
* Is actively having treatment with any other group psychological intervention at the time of enrolment into the study
* Is not proficient in English (as the group Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) program will be delivered in English and funds aren't available for interpreters)
* Previous participation in the feasibility trial
* Is currently enrolled in tertiary study (e.g., undergraduate university)

Where it's running

• Murdoch Children's Research Institute
  Parkville, Victoria, Australia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Timothy J Cronin, PhD — Murdoch Childrens Research Institute
• Study coordinator: Timothy J Cronin, PhD
• Email: tagteam@mcri.edu.au
• Phone: +61393456991

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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.