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We are interested in investigating the functional brain abnormalities of height phobia. Subjects will be have a functional MRI scan before and after a course of treatment with behavioral therapy.
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of in vivo exposure therapy on the functional brain activity of subjects with height phobia using a fear provocation paradigm. We expect differential activation of the fear circuitry in height phobics compared to non-phobic controls, and that successful behavioral therapy will normalize the heightened fear response in height phobia.
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Behavior therapy | Behavioral |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| CGI |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| acrophobia questionnaire |
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Yujuan Choy, M.D. | New York State Psychiatric Institute, Columbia University | Principal Investigator |
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| ID | Term |
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| C000719188 | Acrophobia |
| C562465 | Phobia, Specific |
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| ID | Term |
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| D001521 | Behavior Therapy |
| ID | Term |
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| D011613 | Psychotherapy |
| D004191 | Behavioral Disciplines and Activities |
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