NCT06163599 · University of Nevada, Reno
Reducing Mental Health Disparities Among Latinxs With a Telenovela Intervention
What this study is about
The primary aim of our study is to determine the effectiveness of an transdiagnostic telenovela video intervention in reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms using a pre/post-test design with Spanish-speaking Latinxs.
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The primary aim of our study is to determine the effectiveness of an transdiagnostic telenovela video intervention in reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms using a pre/post-test design with Spanish-speaking Latinxs.
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
Transdiagnostic Telenovela Intervention
The intervention constitutes nine videos depicting the main character, Esperanza, who is struggling with anxiety and depression, undergoing therapy involving the a trandiagnostic treatment, and completing worksheets relating to the weekly therapy sessions.
Primary outcome measures
Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7
Time frame: Two weeks
Assesses the presence of anxiety symptoms in the past two weeks. Lower scores mean better outcomes. Scores range from 0 to 35.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- 18 years or older
- Identify as Latinx
- Prefer behavioral health services in Spanish
- Meet the DSM criteria for any mild to moderate anxiety disorder
- Ownership of a smartphone
Exclusion criteria
- Suicidality
- Bipolar disorder
- Severe anxiety disorders
- Severe depressive disorders
- Homicidality
Where
- Reno, Nevada
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Jul 24, 2024 · Source of record for eligibility and locations