The Efficacy of Integrating Psychodynamic Therapy with Olfactory Training on Prefrontal Lobe Function

The Efficacy of Integrating Psychodynamic Therapy with Olfactory Training on Prefrontal Lobe Function in Adolescents with Aggression

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

IRCT

Registry ID

IRCT20260208068794N1

Enrollment

Registered

2026-02-13

Start date

2024-09-22

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-06-01

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Conditions

Aggression.

Interventions

Intervention 1: First Intervention group: Davanloo's Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (D-ISTDP). Intervention 2: Second Intervention group: combination of Davanloo's Intensive Short-Term Dyn

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

Male

Age

14 Years to 15 Years

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Minimum threshold score for the aggression questionnaire Enrollment in a boys' middle school in the current academic year Willingness and motivation to participate in the research process Normal olfactory function Academic performance (GPA) within the average range (between 13 and 16)

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Unwillingness to continue participating in the study Absence from 3 sessions (non-consecutive) Failure to perform the olfactory training on a daily basis Onset of an acute respiratory illness that impairs the olfactory system

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Prefrontal Lobe Function. Timepoint: The outcome variable was measured during the intervention phase based on a comparative single-subject research design, using a multiple probe technique with staggered entry at regular time intervals. Method of measurement: In this study, Prefrontal Lobe Function were assessed using two standardized neuropsychological tests. selective attention by the Simple Stroop Task, and inhibitory control by the Go/No-Go Task.	—

Measure

Time frame

Prefrontal Lobe Function. Timepoint: The outcome variable was measured during the intervention phase based on a comparative single-subject research design, using a multiple probe technique with staggered entry at regular time intervals. Method of measurement: In this study, Prefrontal Lobe Function were assessed using two standardized neuropsychological tests. selective attention by the Simple Stroop Task, and inhibitory control by the Go/No-Go Task.

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Countries

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Contacts

Public ContactMahboobe Taher

Islamic Azad University

Mahboobe.Taher@iau.ac.ir+98 23 3239 4530

Outcome results

None listed

Source: IRCT (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 11, 2026