Guided risk talk to prevent major depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if talking with a coach about your personal risk of depression can help prevent it. You may be eligible if you are at higher risk but currently well.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You do not currently have major depression, or if you had it in the past, you have been well for at least 2 months.
- Your risk of depression is in the top 20% compared to others your age and sex in Canada.
- You agree to be contacted for follow-up calls or surveys.
- You can speak and understand English or French.
- You are not currently having thoughts of harming yourself (based on a brief questionnaire).
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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