Skip to main content Researchers at the University of Sydney are conducting a clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of a new online intervention developed to improve pain severity and pain interference. This intervention is called Cognitive Bias Modification for Interpretation (CBM-I) and it aims to change the way people interpret everyday scenarios. CBM-I has been helpful for people with persistent pain however, it has not yet been evaluated amongst those affected by endometriosis.
Who can participate?
You may be eligible to participate if you are:
- Are 18 years of age or older,
- Have a confirmed endometriosis diagnosis, or a provisional endometriosis diagnosis (i.e. participants must have had consultation/s with medical professionals who have suggested they may have endometriosis based on their symptoms and experience),
- Experience pain associated with endometriosis,
- Have access to the internet and a computer or smartphone over a 3-month study period, and
- Are fluent in English.
What does the research involve?
The study involves completing 4 x 10–15-minute online training sessions over four weeks, as well as pre and post-intervention surveys. The study will take approximately 2.5 hours over 3 months.
How do I get involved?
To learn more, please click on the link below or write to the research team at cbmi.endometriosis@sydney.edu.au