Compare two talk therapy programs for treatment-resistant depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two psychotherapy programs to help people who have ongoing, difficult-to-treat depression while in inpatient care. If you qualify, you’ll receive one of the therapy programs and be followed to see which approach helps depression symptoms more.
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Who can take part
- You have a main diagnosis of persistent depressive disorder or major depression (based on DSM-5).
- Your depression severity test score (HDRS-24) is 20 or higher.
- Your depression has not improved enough with past treatments (treatment-resistant) or you couldn’t tolerate certain medicines/therapy.
- You can speak and understand German well enough to take part.
- You are able and willing to sign informed consent.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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