Clinical Trial

Augmentation of Exposure Using Positive Mental Rehearsal in Individuals With Increased Social Anxiety

Study acronym: APEX
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Record status
This record was last updated January 9, 2026 (before its estimated February 1, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
Efficacy of an optimized exposure therapy training is investigated in individuals with heightened social anxiety. Participants will undergo a one-session standardized exposure training, followed by either standard or positive mental rehearsal of the exposure experience. The efficacy is measured by symptom improvement according to subjective ratings one week later.
Protocol Amendment History 2 amendments
This ClinicalTrials.gov record has been amended 2 times since 2024-08-19; most recent amendment 2026-01-07.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06564402
Lead Sponsor Philipps University Marburg
Conditions Social Anxiety, Social Phobia
Enrollment 40 participants
Start Date 2024-05-28
Primary Completion 2026-02-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-03-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-01-09