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RCT of CBT Based C.A.T Project for Pakistani Adolescents With Anxiety Disorders.
Sponsor: National University of Science and Technology
Summary
Anxiety Disorders are the most prevalent mental health conditions among adolescents. The current randomized control trial aims to assess the efficacy of the C.A.T Project protocol among adolescents aged 14 to 17 years diagnosed with severe to moderate anxiety disorders in school settings. The research explores the impact of the intervention on reducing acute and chronic symptoms of anxiety, academic performance, self concept, overall wellbeing, internalizing and externalizing behaviors among school going adolescents with anxiety concerns. The intervention integrates various components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy using cognitive restructuring, parental psychoeducation, behavioral activation, problem solving and relaxation exercise. The study had already completed translation and adaptation of the C.A.T Workbook for adolescents in Urdu language and context using Brislin (1976) and WHO (2023) guidelines. The CBT model is a multifaceted, evidence-based treatment for adolescents diagnosed with various kinds of anxiety disorders. It aims to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns to more helpful thinking leading to positive emotions and behaviors. It also is evidenced to be effective with various levels of severity and comorbidity. In this study, the 16-week intervention will be tested through a randomized waitlist/TAU trial, where 50 participants are be divided into intervention and control arms. In addition to various outcomes, the research also aims to evaluate fidelity, feasibility and acceptability of the protocol at school setting in Pakistan. Post and 3 month follow up will be explored to determine immediate and long-term treatment efficacy.
Official title: Efficacy of CBT Based C.A.T Project for Pakistani Adolescents With Anxiety Disorders- A Pilot Randomized Control Trial.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
14 Years - 17 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
50
Start Date
2025-07-07
Completion Date
2026-07
Last Updated
2025-10-02
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
CBT Based C.A.T Project- Intervention for Anxious Adolescents.
The C.A.T Project is a structured, evidence-based intervention grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) principles, designed specifically for adolescents experiencing anxiety and related concerns. The core components includes: Psychoeducation, Cognitive Restructuring, Exposure Exercises, Coping Skills Training and Relapse Prevention. This age appropriate intervention will be delivered in Urdu language with culturally appropriate context.
Locations (3)
CRM School system
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Amblem School System
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan
Spangle House School
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan