CompletedNot Applicable

Examining the Effects of Reduced Environmental Stimulation on Anxiety

United States60 participantsStarted 2016-12-01

Plain-language summary

The studies proposed in this protocol aim to explore the anxiolytic properties of floating as it relates to the central and autonomic nervous system.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 55 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion criteria

✓. Overall Anxiety Severity and Impairment Scale (OASIS) score ≥ 8
✓. Anxiety Sensitivity Index 3 (ASI-3) score of ≥ 29
✓. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) diagnosis of an anxiety disorder or PTSD as determined by the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI Version 6.0)

Exclusion criteria

✕. Overall Anxiety Severity and Impairment Scale (OASIS) score \< 4
✕. Anxiety Sensitivity Index 3 (ASI-3) score \< 13
✕. No DSM-V diagnoses as determined by the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI Version 6.0) and no history of neurological or psychiatric issues.
✕. Has any of the following DSM-V disorders:
✕. Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
✕. Bipolar and Related Disorders
✕. Is currently being treated for their psychiatric condition as an inpatient
✕. Active suicidal ideation with intent or plan

What they're measuring

Spielberger State Anxiety Inventory (STAI-S) change score

Timeframe: The investigators will calculate the pre- to post-float change score following each session (up to 3 float sessions + 1 comparison session completed over a 1 year time period; each session will be spaced apart by a minimum of 7 days)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03051074

SponsorLaureate Institute for Brain Research, Inc.

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2019-12-01

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