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Tests treatment safety and results for Major Depressive Disorder
Official title Effectiveness of an Integrated Care Pathway for Depression: Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05142683
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This a stepped wedged cluster RCT with two intervention arms--Treatment As Usual (TAU) and an Integrated Care Pathway (ICP). Eligible participants are between the ages of 13 and 18, who present to community mental health agencies with depressive symptoms as the primary concern.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 13 to 18. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Youth is aged 13 to 18 years, inclusive.
- Youth and/or their caregiver is expressing that 'depression" (or some synonym) is a concern.
- Clinician agrees that depressive symptoms are a treatment target.
- Mood and Feelings Questionnaire score is ≥22 at two sequential visits (screening and baseline assessment).
- Youth must be new to the site (in past 3 months) or have a period of no treatment for 3 months
You likely can't join if
- Known or highly suspected presentations of psychotic symptoms that are persistent, affect functioning, and have observable effects on behaviour.
- Severe substance use disorder, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability, severe eating disorder, imminent risk of...
- Inability to provide informed consent to the study for any reason
- Youth currently in Day Treatment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 13 years to 18 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.