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The study will investigate a CBT based treatment approach for low self-esteem among young adults.
The study will test an adapted guided internet-delivered self-help program (Self-Esteem in Young Adults -SIYA) which lasts for seven weeks. Following recruitment via social media and a telephone interview, included participants will be randomized to active treatment or control. The control group will receive the intervention later.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cognitive Behavior Therapy | Experimental | Therapist-Guided Internet based Cognitive Behavior Therapy |
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| Wait-list control | No Intervention | Wait-list control participants will receive the same treatment at the end of the study period. |
| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cognitive behavior therapy | Behavioral | Internet-based CBT intervention based on CBT theory, self-determination theory and self-compassion therapy for low self-esteem among young adults. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Change in Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale | A 10-item measure of self-esteem. Sum scores range between 0-30. A higher score indicates a higher self-esteem. | Before treatment, after 3 weeks, and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assesment). |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Change in Brunnsviken Brief Quality of Life Questionnaire | Measure of subjective quality of life. Sum scores can range between 0 and 96. Higher scores indicate a higher quality of life. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Robson Self-concept Questionnaire |
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Inclusion Criteria:
Low self-esteem, as indicated by rating of < 20 the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale.
Age between 18 and 25 years old. Access to a computer, smartphone, or tablet with internet access. Write and speak Swedish. In case of use of psychotropical medication, a stable dose for the past three months prior to registration and no planned changes during the treatment.
Exclusion Criteria:
Other ongoing psychological treatment that affects the treatment received in the study.
No comorbid severe depressive symptoms and no suicidal plans. Ongoing alcohol use disorder, as indicated by Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT).
Severe psychiatric comorbidities (e.g. psychosis, anorexia nervosa) that requires specialist care within the regular psychiatric care.
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Gerhard Andersson | Linkoeping University | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Department of Behavioral Sciences and Learning, Linköping University | Linköping | Östergötland County | 58183 | Sweden |
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| ID | Term |
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| D015928 | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy |
| ID | Term |
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| D001521 | Behavior Therapy |
| D011613 | Psychotherapy |
| D004191 | Behavioral Disciplines and Activities |
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A 30-item measure of self-esteem. Sum scores range between 0-210. A higher score indicates a higher self-esteem. |
| Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Self-Compassion Scale Short Format | A 12-item measure of self-compassion. Sum scores range between 1-5. A higher score indicates higher self-compassion. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Patient Health Questionnaire | A 9 item measure of depressive symptoms. Sum scores range from 0-27. A higher score indicates more depressive symptoms. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Generalised Anxiety Disorder 7-item scale | Seven item measure of generalized anxiety disorder. Sum score range from 0 to 21, with higher scores indicating more generalized anxiety. Cut-offs for interpretation: 0-5 minimal anxiety, 6-9 mild anxiety, 10-14 moderate anxiety, and 15-21 severe anxiety. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test | A 10 item measure of alcohol use disorders. Sum scores range from 0-40. A higher score indicates higher alcohol use. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Performance based self-esteem Scale | A 4-item measure of performance based self-esteem. Sum scores range between 4-20. A higher score indicates a higher performance based self-esteem. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |
| Change in Rathus assertiveness schedule - 6 | Six item measure of assertiveness. Sum score range from -18 to 18. A higher score indicates higher assertiveness. | Before treatment and after 7 weeks (post-treatment assessment) |