Pausing depression treatment early to see if it helps
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This Phase 2 study tests whether stopping treatment early affects depression outcomes in teens and young adults. It is mainly for people recently diagnosed with depression who need treatment but can participate in psychological therapy.
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Who can take part
- Ages 12 to 25
- You have a diagnosis of major depressive disorder that started within the last 12 months
- Your depression is at least moderate to start treatment right away (CDRS-R 40+ or MADRS 20+)
- You can speak well enough to take part in psychological (talk-based) therapy
- You have not had mania or hypomania, and you do not have psychotic disorders or autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disability
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
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