Test an AI coaching tool versus a care team for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares an artificial intelligence (AI) decision-making approach with support from a multi-professional care team for treating depression. It aims to see which approach helps people make better treatment choices and manage symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD) by a trained research staff member
- You can understand the study and sign informed consent
- You can speak and read English
- You can reliably access the internet
- You are not currently in psychotherapy (talk therapy)
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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