Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Stress Education for the Treatment of Generalized Anxiety; A Randomized Clinical Trial | Abstract Book on 9th Annual Neuroscience Conference (ANC-23) August 12-13, 2023 2023

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Ujala Sajid Department of Physiology, Psychophysiology Research Lab, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan; Department of Psychology, Malir University of Science and Technology, Karachi, Pakistan:

Sadaf Ahmed Department of Physiology, Psychophysiology Research Lab, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan

Shamoon Noushad Department of Physiology, Psychophysiology Research Lab, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan; Department of Psychology, Malir University of Science and Technology, Karachi, Pakistan; Department of Health, Physical Education & Sports Sciences, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan

Faizan Mirza Department of Physiology, Psychophysiology Research Lab, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan

Abstract

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a common mental health condition that can have significant negative impacts on individuals` quality of life. It is significantly impairing and undertreated in Pakistan, affecting individuals of all ages, genders, and background. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and stress education are two treatment options for GAD, but there is limited research comparing their efficacy. To compare the efficacy of CBT and stress education in treating GAD. And to assess whether cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for GAD is more effective than a control condition (stress education). A randomized clinical trial was conducted with participants diagnosed with GAD, randomly assigned to receive either CBT or stress education for 12 weeks. The primary outcome measure was the reduction in anxiety symptoms, as measured by State-Trait Anxiety Inventory –STAI. Secondary outcomes included changes in depression, quality of life, and related factors. Enrollment of 50 participants take place and were randomized into 2 groups: CBT and Control group (25 study subjects in each). After 12 weeks of treatment, both groups showed significant reductions in anxiety symptoms, with no significant differences between the two groups. However, the CBT group had greater reductions in depression symptoms and greater improvements in quality of life compared to the control group. Both CBT and stress education are effective treatments for GAD, with no significant differences in their efficacy for reducing anxiety symptoms. However, CBT may provide additional benefits for reducing depression symptoms and improving quality of life in individuals with GAD. These findings could inform the development of more effective treatment protocols for individuals with GAD.

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Published Journal: Abstract Book on 9th Annual Neuroscience Conference (ANC-23) August 12-13, 2023 , Volume: 0, Issue: 0, Year: 2023

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