Using a telenovela to help reduce anxiety in Latinx individuals
Reducing Mental Health Disparities Among Latinxs With a Telenovela Intervention
NA · University of Nevada, Reno · NCT06163599
This study is testing whether watching a special telenovela can help reduce anxiety and depression in Spanish-speaking Latinx individuals.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Nevada, Reno (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Reno, Nevada) |
| Trial ID | NCT06163599 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a transdiagnostic telenovela video intervention designed to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms among Spanish-speaking Latinxs. The intervention utilizes a pre/post-test design to assess changes in mental health outcomes. Telenovela video interventions are a cost-effective method that addresses the treatment-provider gap and have shown promise in previous research for disseminating mental health information. By targeting the two most common mental health disorders in this population, the study seeks to provide an easily accessible intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Spanish-speaking Latinx individuals aged 18 and older who experience mild to moderate anxiety disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with severe anxiety or depressive disorders, psychosis, or suicidality will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms among Latinx individuals, improving their overall mental health and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies utilizing telenovela interventions have shown effectiveness in reducing anxiety and depression among Latinxs, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. 18 years or older 2. Identify as Latinx 3. Prefer behavioral health services in Spanish 4. Meet the DSM criteria for any mild to moderate anxiety disorder 5. Ownership of a smartphone Exclusion Criteria: 1. Suicidality 2. Psychosis 3. Bipolar disorder 4. Severe anxiety disorders 5. Severe depressive disorders 6. Homicidality
Where this trial is running
Reno, Nevada
- La Clinica @ the UNR Psychological Services Center — Reno, Nevada, United States (RECRUITING)
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: Anxiety Disorders, anxiety disorder, transdiagnostic Treatment, United Protocol