Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Depression and Anxiety

Development of a College Student-Delivered Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Intervention for Rural High School Students

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Depression Anxiety Stress
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
13 – 18
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
40 (estimated)
Sponsor
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for high school students aged 13-18 in rural Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. Participants will receive cognitive-behavioral therapy from college students to help with depression, stress, and anxiety.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am a high school student aged 13-18.
  • I go to a participating rural high school in Schuylkill County.
  • I have self-reported symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress.
  • I speak English.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a psychotic disorder or bipolar disorder.
  • I have an intellectual disability or seizure disorder.
  • I am at high risk for suicide.
  • I can't participate in school-based sessions due to scheduling conflicts or behavioral concerns.

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 research is being done to find out the effectiveness, feasibility, and acceptability of a college student-delivered cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) intervention in high schools in rural Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania to treat mental health problems (i.e. depression and anxiety) in adolescents. This project will respond to the need for evidence-based, acceptable, accessible, and low-cost a…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * High school students ages 13-19 years. * Attending a participating rural high school in rural county in Pennsylvania. * Presenting with self-reported symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress. Must have a t-score ≥ 55 on one or more of the following three measures: i. PROM…
Contacts

Jamal H Essayli, PhD

(717) 531-0003

jessayli@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

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