Clinical Trial

EFCT vs. BCT for Depression and Anxiety in Married Couples

Study acronym: EFCT-BCT

Recruiting

Record status

This record was last updated March 25, 2025 (before its estimated August 1, 2025 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.

Summary

This study compares the effectiveness of Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) and Behavioral Couples Therapy (BCT) in reducing depression and anxiety symptoms in married couples. A total of 150 married couples aged 18-65 will be screened, and 60 couples with high depression and anxiety levels will be selected. These couples will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: EFCT, BCT, or a control group. Therapy sessions will be conducted weekly for 12 weeks, with assessments before therapy, after the 6th and 12th sessions, and at a 3-month follow-up. The study aims to determine which therapy is more effective in improving mental health outcomes in couples.

Trial Details

NCT Number	NCT06892613
Lead Sponsor	Beykoz University Collaborators: Uskudar University, Istanbul Nisantasi University
Conditions	Depression Anxiety Disorder, Anxiety
Enrollment	150 participants
Start Date	2025-01-01
Primary Completion	2025-08-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-09-15 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-03-25