Phone group support for adults with epilepsy and depression
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether telephone-based group support helps adults with epilepsy who also have elevated depressive symptoms. Sessions are recorded, and you’ll join by phone in English or Spanish.
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Who can take part
- Be 18 years or older
- Have had epilepsy for at least 1 year
- Speak English or Spanish well enough for group calls
- Have moderate depressive symptoms on a 9-question questionnaire (PHQ-9 score 10 or higher)
- Be willing to join audio-recorded group phone sessions
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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