MBT-early: a Single Case Experimental Design

Launched by DE VIERSPRONG · Jan 9, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called MBT-early, is studying a new treatment approach for adolescents aged 12 to 18 who show early signs of borderline personality disorder (BPD). BPD can make it hard for young people to manage their emotions, maintain a stable sense of self, and interact with others. The researchers believe that if they can intervene early, they might help prevent more serious issues later on. The trial will focus on a specific therapy called MBT-early, which aims to improve personality functioning and reduce symptoms like depression by helping participants better understand their own thoughts and feelings and learn to trust others.

To be eligible for the study, young people need to have between three to six symptoms of BPD and experience mild to moderate difficulties in their daily lives, such as at school or home. However, those with certain other mental health diagnoses or severe functioning issues will not be included. Participants can expect to receive personalized therapy that targets their specific challenges, and the researchers will also look into how well the therapy works and what factors might help make it more effective. This study is currently recruiting participants, and it represents an important step in finding better ways to support young people with early signs of BPD.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. age between 12 and 18 years,
• • 2. Three to six traits of borderline personality disorder as assessed by the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Syndrome Disorders
• • 3. Mild to moderate disability with regard to functioning in school, at home and in the peer group.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. presence of a primary diagnosis that requires other specialist treatment (e.g. autism spectrum disorder, chronic psychotic disorder, severe eating disorder of sever substance abuse disorder),
• • 2. More than one comorbid classification,
• • 3. IQ \< 75,
• • 4. Severe disability with regard to functioning in school, at home and in the peer group representative for later stage BPD.