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Piloting a School-Based Distress Tolerance Skills Program for Adolescents
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University
Summary
Research suggests that an individual's perceived ability to withstand distressing or upsetting emotions (i.e., distress tolerance; DT) is a common risk factor across several mental health conditions that commonly emerge during adolescence. This study aims to evaluate the acceptability, feasibility, and initial efficacy of a classroom-based DT skills training program for middle school students. This study will also explore associations between changes in DT and internalizing symptoms (e.g., anxiety, depression).
Official title: The STRIDE Study (Strengthening Tolerance and Resilience in Dealing with Emotions): Pilot Testing of a School-Based Distress Tolerance Skills Program for Reducing Risk of Psychopathology in Adolescence
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
11 Years - 14 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
74
Start Date
2024-10-25
Completion Date
2025-06
Last Updated
2025-03-24
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Distress Tolerance Skills Training
These lessons are adapted from "DBT Skills in Schools: Skills Training for Emotional Problem Solving for Adolescents (DBT STEPS-A)" by Mazza et al. and include elements of mindfulness training, psychoeducation about emotions, and techniques/skills for managing extreme emotions.
Locations (1)
Valley Catholic Middle School
Beaverton, Oregon, United States