Training program for children with anxiety and shyness
Learn to Dare! Leiden
NA · Leiden University Medical Center · NCT06609824
This study is testing a program called 'Learn to Dare!' to help children aged 8 to 18 who feel anxious or shy build confidence and face their fears.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 48 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Leiden University Medical Center (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Leiden, South Holland) |
| Trial ID | NCT06609824 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to provide a prevention training program called 'Learn to Dare!' for children aged 8 to 18 who struggle with anxiety and shyness. The program focuses on helping children build confidence and face their fears in a safe environment. Participants are screened and evaluated by research assistants and therapists to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before starting the program. The effectiveness and satisfaction of the program will be assessed through various questionnaires and interviews with both the children and their parents.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are children aged 8 to 18 who exhibit signs of anxiety or shyness but are not currently receiving treatment for these issues.
Not a fit: Children who are currently undergoing treatment for anxiety or other mental health issues may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce anxiety and improve the confidence of children, allowing them to develop freely without the hindrance of fear.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar prevention programs for childhood anxiety, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Cut-off scores of the SCARED: for girls 31 and for boys 27. Exclusion Criteria: * Currently under treatment for anxiety complaints or under treatment in the mental health care system for other internalizing complaints. * Anxiety problems or comorbid problems that require attention or treatment (including a 6 or higher on the severity index (CSR) of the ADIS and a score above the clinical cut-off on the Child Depression Inventory.) * Difficulty in understanding the training.
Where this trial is running
Leiden, South Holland
- Leiden University — Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anke M Klein, AS — Leiden University
- Study coordinator: Anke M Klein, AS
- Email: a.m.klein@fsw.leidenuniv.nl
- Phone: +31655111908
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Childhood Anxiety, Shyness, Prevention