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Brief Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CaCBT) for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Randomised Controlled Trial From Pakistan
Led by Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists · Updated on 2025-11-18
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
3 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by unwanted intrusive thoughts called obsessions and repetitive actions called compulsions. This trial evaluates the effectiveness of Brief Culturally Adapted Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Ca-CBT) specifically designed for OCD, focusing on adapting the therapy to the Pakistani cultural context. The study aims to provide evidence on how culturally tailored CBT can help manage OCD symptoms, addressing a gap in research for low and middle-income countries. Participants in the study are randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group receives the Ca-CBT manual alongside usual treatment, which typically includes medication and regular hospital visits. The therapy covers psychoeducation, symptom management, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), relaxation techniques, mood and thought detection, cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, problem solving, and communication skills. The other group receives only the usual treatment without the therapy manual or psychologist intervention. During the 6-week study, participants will undergo assessments measuring the therapy's effectiveness and acceptability in reducing OCD symptoms. Secondary evaluations include changes in depression, anxiety, and daily functioning related to OCD. Researchers will monitor progress through thought diaries and symptom tracking. The total participation period and safety assessments extend up to study completion at the end of 2025.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Brief Culturally Adapted CBT for OCD
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Participants aged 18 years or older
- Participants with at least an elementary level of reading and writing
- Clinical diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, alone or with depression or anxiety
You will not qualify if you...
- Excessive use of alcohol or drugs as defined by ICD-10 RDC for abuse or dependence
- Significant cognitive impairment, such as intellectual disability or dementia
- OCD with active psychosis
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 6 weeks
Participants receive brief culturally adapted cognitive behaviour therapy (CaCBT) focusing on psychoeducation, symptom management, exposure and response prevention, relaxation exercises, cognitive techniques, and behavioral activation, or treatment as usual involving medication and hospital visits.
Weekly visits for up to 6 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Professional Association of Cognitive Therapy
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000
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Research Team
M
Muhammad Aslam
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Number of Arms
2
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