The Effects of Audio-Based Therapy on Anxiety in Psoriasis
University of California, San Francisco
Summary
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.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- 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 investiga…
Interventions
- BehavioralMusic Therapy
Participants listen to the iso-principle music with added auditory beat stimulation playlist for 23-30 minutes.
- BehavioralPink Noise
Participants listen to the pink noise playlist for 23-30 minutes.
Location
- Liao Lab at UCSFSan Francisco, California