The Effects of Audio-Based Therapy on Anxiety in Psoriasis
Purpose
Anxiety in psoriasis is associated with impaired quality of life, and the prevalence of anxiety symptoms in psoriatic populations is approximately 34% and anxiety disorders up to 16%. Many experts recommend routine screening, referral, and interventions for anxiety in psoriasis; however, many barriers inhibit access to mental health resources and proper management. To our knowledge, there is a lack of easily accessible interventions that manage anxiety. Audio-based therapy offers convenient and effective interventions that show reduced anxiety in published, randomized studies and is a promising management for psoriasis patients. This study will evaluate the effects of audio therapy in patients with psoriasis and measure changes in overall symptoms.
Conditions
- Psoriasis (PsO)
- Anxiety
Eligibility
- Eligible Ages
- Over 18 Years
- Eligible Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria
- Age ≥18 years - Self-reported dermatologist-diagnosed psoriasis - GAD 2-Item Score ≥1 at screening - Ability to consent and complete pre- and post-intervention surveys. - Internet access and the ability to use a computer/smartphone with headphones for a single 23-30 minute session at home.
Exclusion Criteria
- Severe hearing impairment precluding headphone listening - Any condition requiring strict sound avoidance (such as seizure/epilepsy, major head trauma, severe sound-triggered migraine) that would make participation unsafe. - Other diagnoses that in the investigator's judgment preclude safe participation or interfere with anxiety or psoriasis evaluation.
Study Design
- Phase
- N/A
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Intervention Model
- Parallel Assignment
- Primary Purpose
- Supportive Care
- Masking
- None (Open Label)
Arm Groups
| Arm | Description | Assigned Intervention |
|---|---|---|
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Experimental Music Therapy |
Participants listen to the iso-principle music with added auditory beat stimulation playlist for 23-30 minutes. |
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Sham Comparator Pink Noise |
Participants listen to the pink noise playlist for 23-30 minutes. |
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Recruiting Locations
More Details
- Status
- Recruiting
- Sponsor
- University of California, San Francisco
Study Contact
Amélie Spangenberg, Psoriasis Clinical Research Fellow, MBBS415-944-7618
amelie.spangenberg@ucsf.edu
