Mentalizing and Epistemic Trust in Patients With Anxiety and Depression.
Trial Parameters
Brief Summary
This randomized clinical trial aims to evaluate the effects of mentalization-based group psychotherapy in patients diagnosed with anxiety and/or depression disorders. In total 100 users of mental health communitary services will be recruited for this study. Participants will be randomized in two parallel groups: to receive usual acceptance and commitment therapy group intervention (control group) or to receive brief mentalization-based group psychotherapy (intervention group). Participants in the trial will be assessed at baseline and at 3 months.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants are 18 years or older. * Participants have a diagnosis of ICD-10 F32, F33, F34, F41.1, F41.2, F43 or F43.2. * Participants have minimal relational skills to participate in group therapy. * Participants agree to be part of the study by giving signed written consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants have a diagnosis of ICD-10 F10-19, F20-29, F31, F42, F43.1, F60. * Participants with cognitive deficits assessed during the initial interview or diagnosis of ICD-10 F70-79. * Participants with planning or structured suicidal ideation. * Participants with difficulties in relational skills evaluated during the initial interview.