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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy/Metacognitive Therapy for Low Self Esteem
Sponsor: University of Oslo
Summary
The goal for this clinical trial is to explore the effect of CBT/MCT on the treatment of low self esteem. 20 patients with low self-esteem will be selected and distributed into two either MCT or a CBT We aim in this study to (1) evaluate the accessibility and effectiveness of MCT and CBT in treating low self-esteem, (2) investigate the patterns of change and the mechanisms of action involved during treatment, and (3) examine the impact of meta-cognitions and neuropsychologial processes in the treatment response and any relapse prevention of low self-esteem.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2025-03-01
Completion Date
2026-08-01
Last Updated
2025-03-10
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Cognitive behavioral therapy
The CBT is based on the treatment manual written by Fennell (1997). The patients receiving CBT will be treated for 8 sessions, with weekly session of 45-60 minutes duration.
Metacognitive therapy
The meta-cognitive treatment program is based on Wells's metacognitive therapy (Wells, 2013). The patients receiving meta-cognitive therapy will be treated for 8 sessions, with weekly session of 45-60 minutes duration.
Locations (1)
Department of Psychology, University of Oslo
Oslo, Norway