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Official title Improving Mental Health in Forcibly Displaced Populations
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06635486
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This project aims to improve mental health support for Venezuelan migrants living in Lima, Peru, who often face challenges like anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Since 2015, millions of Venezuelans have fled their country due to a severe humanitarian crisis, including extreme inflation, food shortages, and political unrest.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
- have Venezuelan nationality
- have arrived in Lima in years 2014 to the present
- be 18 years of age or older In addition, in order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet one of the following criteria:
- score 10 points or more at the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) or
You likely can't join if
- An individual is excluded from the study if they respond positively to one or more of the following questions during screening:
- Suicidal ideation: "When someone feels as upset as you do, they may have thoughts that life isn't worth living. What thoughts have you had like this?"
- Homicidal ideation: "When someone feels as upset as you do, they may have thoughts about hurting the person who has upset or hurt them. What thoughts...
- Psychosis: "Do you have a diagnosis of psychosis or schizophrenia?"
See the full eligibility criteria
- To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
- have Venezuelan nationality
- have arrived in Lima in years 2014 to the present
- be 18 years of age or older In addition, in order to be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet one of the following criteria:
- score 10 points or more at the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) or
- score 10 points or more at the General Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7) or
- have a history of trauma exposure as listed in the Life Events Checklist (LEC-5) and score 31 points or more in the PTSD Checklist (PCL-5)
- An individual is excluded from the study if they respond positively to one or more of the following questions during screening:
- Suicidal ideation: "When someone feels as upset as you do, they may have thoughts that life isn't worth living. What thoughts have you had like this?"
- Homicidal ideation: "When someone feels as upset as you do, they may have thoughts about hurting the person who has upset or hurt them. What thoughts have you had like this?"
- Psychosis: "Do you have a diagnosis of psychosis or schizophrenia?"
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lima, Peru
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, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lima, Peru. 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.