Skills Training for Coping with Distress
Brief Interventions for Coping with Distress
- Age
- 18 – 65
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Other
- Participants needed
- 180 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Teachers College, Columbia University · Other
This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 65 who are dealing with distress, anxiety, or depression. Participants will learn different skills to help manage their emotions.
You may be able to join if
- I am between 18 and 65 years old
- I speak and understand English
- I live in New York City
- I have a smartphone and internet access
- I often worry or overthink
- I have been diagnosed with a psychological disorder
You may not be able to join if
- I am currently thinking about or planning suicide
- I have a substance dependence disorder or schizophrenia
- I have bipolar-I disorder or a personality disorder
- I am currently receiving therapy that I don't plan to continue
- I have been taking psychotropic medication that hasn't been stable for 3 months
- I am a student at Teachers College, Columbia University
- I have a serious heart condition or hyperhidrosis
- I have had a traumatic brain injury or neurological condition
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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Check Your EligibilityThis study is being done to compare the effectiveness of three different skills trainings to cope with distress. These three trainings are: 1) an attention skills training, 2) an attention and reflective thought skills training, and 3) a health and wellness education training.
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