The Effect of Family Counseling Program on Anxiety and Conscious Awareness Levels

NCT06464211 | Completed DMC

• 1 other identifier: MGeylani
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 20
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This study investigates the effect of a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-based Family Counseling Program on the anxiety and mindfulness levels of university students experiencing future anxiety. The research highlights the significance of university education in career development, noting the associated biopsychosocial challenges faced by students. These challenges often manifest as future anxiety-a condition characterized by fear, uncertainty, and stress about future prospects, which can impact students' academic performance, social relationships, and overall mental health. Literature reveals that interventions like CBT, mindfulness practices, and family counseling are effective in managing anxiety and enhancing emotional resilience. The program integrates these approaches to provide dual-layer support, addressing individual thought patterns and family dynamics, thus potentially reducing anxiety and increasing mindfulness among students. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the program's effectiveness in a controlled setting, contributing to both national and international literature on mental health interventions.

Conditions

Anxiety; Awareness; Family Therapy; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Reduction in Future Anxiety Levels

  This measure assesses the change in future anxiety levels among university students participating in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-based Family Counseling Program. The Future Anxiety Scale for University Students will be used to quantify this change. The scale ranges from a minimum score of 19 to a maximum score of 95. Higher scores indicate an increase in the level of future anxiety.

  Baseline (at study start) and at 8 weeks post-intervention.

• Improvement in Mindfulness Awareness Levels

  This outcome measures the enhancement in mindfulness awareness levels as determined by the Turkish version of the Mindfulness Awareness Scale for Adolescents and Adults. Changes from baseline to post-intervention will be assessed to determine the effectiveness of the intervention. The scale ranges from a minimum score of 18 to a maximum score of 90. Higher scores indicate an increase in the level of mindfulness awareness

  Baseline (at study start) and at 8 weeks post-intervention.

Study Arms (2)

experimental group

EXPERIMENTAL

There were 6 face-to-face sessions with students for 50- 60 minutes/week, and 2 sessions with internet-based video programs with students' families. Cognitive Behavioral Model-Based Family Counseling Program was conducted. At least one parent was asked to participate in the family sessions. After the implementation of the intervention group was completed, the final tests of the scales used in the research were applied again to both the intervention and the control group. After the data of the study were collected, a focus group interview, one of the interview methods used in qualitative research on the effectiveness and organization of a Cognitive Behavioral Model-Based Family Counseling Program, was conducted for 5 students selected from the initiative group and the effectiveness of the program was evaluated.

Behavioral: Cognitive Behavioral Model-Based Family Counseling Program

control group

NO INTERVENTION

no intervention

Interventions

Cognitive Behavioral Model-Based Family Counseling Program BEHAVIORAL

A Cognitive Behavioral Model-Based Family Counseling Program is a therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors within the family unit, using principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and enhance overall family functioning.

experimental group

Eligibility Criteria

• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Child (0-17), Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• The level of future anxiety is above 40 points
• No problems with speech, perception or hearing
• The person or persons who will be included in the study from family members will be able to participate in the online session at the time required for counseling
• The student will regularly participate in the interview sessions to be held

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa: lead

Study Sites (1)

IstanbulUC

Şişli, Istanbul, 34360, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Anxiety Disorders

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Mental Disorders

Study Officials

• merve geylani, MSc

  Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: NONE
• Masking Details: no masking
• Purpose: HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Model Details: The study was conducted using an experimental pre-test, post-test, follow-up randomized controlled group experimental research design

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: May 7, 2024
• First Posted: June 18, 2024
• Study Start: January 2, 2022
• Primary Completion: November 30, 2023
• Study Completion: June 1, 2024
• Last Updated: June 18, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-06

Locations

TU (1)