Health Psychological Group Rehabilitation for Patients With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)
Psychological Adaptation, Cognitive Change, Adaptive Behavior
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Psychological Adaptation focused on measuring Psychological intervention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Accept and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive functioning, Fatigue, Autonomic nervous system, Autonomic nervous system ganglio antibodies, Deep breathing, Relaxation, Health care system, Agency, Health psychology, Pacing
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Clinical diagnosis of Chronic fatigue syndrome, G 93.3
- Must be able to sit two hours and do homework tasks
- Must be motivated to co-operate with other patients
- Have an interest to learn about psychological functioning and how to use this knowledge in rehabilitation or everyday life
Exclusion Criteria (diseases without treatment/ acute phase):
- hypothyroidism
- sleep apnea or narcolepsy
- major depressive disorders, bipolar affective disorders, schizophrenia
- eating disorders
- cancer
- autoimmune disease
- hormonal disorders
- subacute infections
- obesity
- alcohol or substance abuse
- vitamin D deficiency
Sites / Locations
- Päijät Häme Central HospitalRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Experimental
Research group ME/CFS
Control group ME/CFS
Health Psychological Group Rehabilitation for Patients With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) 8 sessions in 4 months. n=35-40 patients ME/CFS -Current knowledge Smart goals Stress management in every day life Pacing Psychological effects of illness and adaptation Coping strategies Emotional support Focus on autonomic nervous system (hyperarousal, cognitive disabilities) Focus on health
Control group 6 sessions in 3 months n=35-40 patients Health, lifestyle and wellbeing counselling (sleep, nutrition, activities in daily life)