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Feasibility and Efficacy Trial of a Culturally Adapted Guided Self-Help CBT Manual for OCD
Sponsor: Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists
Summary
This randomised controlled trial (RCT) aims to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a culturally adapted, guided self-help cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) manual specifically designed for individuals with OCD in Pakistan.
Official title: Feasibility and Efficacy Trial of a Culturally Adapted Guided Self-Help CBT Manual for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Randomised Controlled Study From Pakistan
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
108
Start Date
2025-11
Completion Date
2026-02
Last Updated
2025-11-20
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Culturally adapted Guided Self-Help OCD Manual
Participants will receive a culturally adapted guided self-help OCD manual based on culturally adapted CBT principles, designed to be used over ten weeks. The manual includes: Psychoeducation, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Thought distraction techniques, Mood tracking and thought diaries, Identifying and modifying cognitive distortions, Problem-solving and communication strategies, and Relaxation and well-being exercises. Participants will receive the self-help manual at the time of initial assessment and intake, and then will be provided with telephone support. Psychology graduates working as guides will provide weekly telephone support. Intervention will be provided flexibly over 12 weeks. The second contact will be made at the time of final assessment on the 12th week.