This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a digital dialectical behavior therapy (d-DBT) intervention for youth at clinical high risk (CHR) for psychosis. The study aims to assess the acceptability of the intervention to the CHR population, the feasibility of conducting a larger-scale clinical efficacy trial and the potential benefits in improving emotional regulation, reducing psychiatric symptoms, and enhancing overall functioning. Participants will be randomized to receive either the d-DBT intervention or treatment as usual over eight weeks.
Be 16-29 years old.
Being competent and willing to consent to study participation.
Meets CHR criteria for a psychosis risk syndrome based on the Structured Interview for Psychosis Risk Syndromes (SIPS) within the past 3 years.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) diagnosis of psychotic disorder (e.g., schizophrenia spectrum disorder, mood disorder with psychotic features)
Diagnosis of intellectual disability
Severe developmental disorder
Acute suicidality requiring immediate life-saving intervention (i.e., inpatient psychiatric care).