Trial studying safety and effects for Trauma Exposure
Official title Comparative Effectiveness of SPARCS and Unified Protocol for Youth With Chronic Medical Conditions and Trauma-Related Distress
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07483333
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of trauma-focused therapies for improving mental health symptoms and daily functioning in youth with chronic medical conditions who have experienced psychological trauma and trauma-related distress. The study evaluates two evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapies - Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress (SPARCS) and the Unified Protocol (UP) - delivered in group and individual formats to determine which approach, or combination of approaches, best reduces trauma symptoms and supports coping and adjustment.
- Time commitment: about 48 weeks
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 8 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Youth (aged 8-18 years) who received a SPIRIT program psychological trauma screening and were deemed clinically appropriate for SPIRIT group therapy...
- Youth and parent/legal guardian are willing and able to provide informed consent/assent for randomization.
- Youth and parent/legal guardian are fluent in English or Spanish.
- Youth is not currently engaged in individual therapy at the time of enrollment (per patient/parent report).
You likely can't join if
- Wards of the state or DCFS youth in care.
- Youth with reported or observed symptoms that would significantly impair group therapy engagement, including but not limited to: intellectual...
- Regular use of alcohol or other substances that interfere with participation or disrupt the group process.
- Youth requiring immediate higher-level psychiatric care (e.g., intensive outpatient programming, partial hospitalization, inpatient psychiatric...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
Compensation & support
This study's listing mentions compensation or reimbursement.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 48 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 8 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Chicago, Illinois, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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