Translating the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale into Urdu
Translation and Cultural Adaptation of the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS) Into Urdu
NA · Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists · NCT06591676
This study is trying to translate a mental health questionnaire into Urdu to see if it works well for Urdu-speaking people and helps improve mental health care.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 620 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06591676 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on translating and culturally adapting the Dysfunctional Attitude Scale (DAS) into the Urdu language. It aims to establish the psychometric properties of the translated scale, including its reliability and validity. By enhancing the accessibility and accuracy of clinical assessments, the study seeks to improve mental health care delivery and advance research in clinical psychology for Urdu-speaking populations.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 to 65 years with at least 5 years of education who exhibit symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Not a fit: Patients with substance use disorders, significant cognitive impairments, or active psychosis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this could provide Urdu-speaking patients with more accurate mental health assessments, leading to better-targeted treatments for depression and anxiety.
How similar studies have performed: While the translation and adaptation of psychological scales is a common practice, this specific adaptation into Urdu is novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Individuals aged 18 to 65 years At least 5 years of education Individuals with symptoms of Depression and Anxiety \- Exclusion Criteria: * Substance use disorder according to DSM-5 TR criteria Significant cognitive impairment (for example, profound learning disability or dementia) Active psychosis as determined by their primary care clinician
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sadia Abid, MS
- Email: sadia.abid22@gmail.com
- Phone: 03078891664
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: Depression, Anxiety, DAS, CBT