New treatment option for Depression
Official title Assessing Improvements in Mood and Sleep Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06639477
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a multi-site randomized control trial involving people age 55+ years who have current depression symptoms plus another suicide risk indicator (either current suicidal ideation or a past history of attempt). Our goal is evaluate which of two different approaches works best to improve things like trouble sleeping, bad moods, and any suicidality.
- 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 55 and older
You may be able to join if
- Age 55 Years and older
- Patient Health Questionnaire -9 score of 10 or higher
- Past month Scale for Suicide Ideation score of 3 or higher OR any history of suicide attempt
- PROMIS Sleep Disturbance or impairment scale t-scores of 55 or higher
- Pharmacotherapy for depression meeting minimum adequate dose level as defined by FDA approval documents for at least 4 weeks.
You likely can't join if
- Active suicide planning with intent or clinical judgement that suicide risk is too high for outpatient treatment OR being currently treated at an...
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychotic disorder
- Borderline personality disorder.
- Active Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy (e.g., CBT-I), current or upcoming esketamine (ketamine) treatment, or active phase of ECT/TMS treatment course.
- Illness with life expectancy of less than 1 year or plans to leave the study area
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 55 Years and older
- Patient Health Questionnaire -9 score of 10 or higher
- Past month Scale for Suicide Ideation score of 3 or higher OR any history of suicide attempt
- PROMIS Sleep Disturbance or impairment scale t-scores of 55 or higher
- Pharmacotherapy for depression meeting minimum adequate dose level as defined by FDA approval documents for at least 4 weeks.
- Active suicide planning with intent or clinical judgement that suicide risk is too high for outpatient treatment OR being currently treated at an inpatient unit.
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychotic disorder
- Borderline personality disorder.
- Active Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy (e.g., CBT-I), current or upcoming esketamine (ketamine) treatment, or active phase of ECT/TMS treatment course.
- Illness with life expectancy of less than 1 year or plans to leave the study area
- Incapacity to consent/dementia diagnosis
- Active substance use disorder of at least moderate severity
- Active night-shift work
- Any physical, mental, or neurological condition that would make participation in the study, including either treatment arm, unsafe or infeasible.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Augusta, Georgia, United States
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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, 55 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States; Augusta, Georgia, United States; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. 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.