Technology-supported treatments for prolonged grief (PGD)

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 will assign adults who meet ICD-11 criteria for prolonged grief disorder to one of three groups: a blended format combining the 8-module GROw program with videoconference therapist sessions (BF-GROw), a self-applied GROw program supported by ecological momentary assessments and interventions via an app (iGROw), or a waiting-list control. Both active arms deliver the same core eight treatment modules and differ in the amount and timing of therapist contact and real-time app support. Primary outcomes are changes in grief symptoms and treatment adherence, with eligibility restricted to Spanish-speaking adults who have internet access and a smartphone. Exclusion criteria include high suicide risk, severe psychiatric or substance use disorders, concurrent psychotherapy, or recent medication changes that would confound results.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Being at least 18 years old.
* Meeting diagnostic criteria for Prolonged Grieft Disorder based on the International Classification of Diseases 11 edition (ICD-11).
* Sign an informed consent.
* Ability to understand and read Spanish.
* Ability to use a computer.
* Having an e-mail address.
* Having an internet connection and Access to a Smartphone.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of high risk of suicide.
* Presence of axis I severe mental disorder: substance abuse or dependence, psychotic disorder, dementia, bipolar disorder; severe personality disorder or medical illness whose severity or characteristics prevent treatment.
* Receiving other psychological treatment during the study.
* An increase and/or change in the medication during the study period, in the case of receiving pharmacological treatment.

Where it's running

• Universitat Jaume I
  Castellon, Castellón de La Plana, Spain Recruiting
• Universitat Jaume I
  Castellon, Castellón, Spain Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Soledad Quero, Ph.D and psychology — Department of Basic, Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology, Universitat Jaume I, Castellón de la Plana, Spain.
• Study coordinator: Soledad Quero, Ph.D and psychology
• Email: squero@uji.es
• Phone: 964 38 76 41

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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.