Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue

Factorial Optimization Trial to Test Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Components for Multiple Sclerosis Fatigue

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Multiple Sclerosis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
112 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Washington · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with multiple sclerosis who struggle with fatigue. Participants will receive different types of therapy to see how they help with tiredness and daily functioning.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
  • I have a fatigue score of 4 or higher.
  • I can speak and read English fluently.
  • I am 18 years of age or older.
  • I can follow study procedures and fill out forms.
  • I agree to have my therapy sessions audiotaped.
  • I have experienced fatigue for 3 or more months.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had a relapse of multiple sclerosis in the last 30 days.
  • I have changed my disease-modifying medications in the past 3 months.
  • I have current thoughts of suicide or a plan for it.
  • I am currently in therapy for fatigue.
  • I am taking part in another research study affecting fatigue.

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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About This Trial

This randomized controlled factorial trial will examine whether and how relaxation training, behavioral activation, and cognitive therapy improve fatigue and functioning in fatigued adults living with multiple sclerosis.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Confirmed MS diagnosis of any subtype 2. Score of 4 or higher on the Fatigue Severity Scale 3. Able to fluently converse and read in English 4. 18 years of age or older 5. Able to comply with study procedures and complete self-report measures 6. Willing to have intervention s…
Contacts

Lindsey Knowles, PhD

206-744-9640

lmknow@uw.edu

CONTACT

Dawn Ehde, PhD

206-744-2811

ehde@uw.edu

CONTACT