Behavioral therapy for epilepsy and depression in veterans
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a special therapy program for veterans who have both epilepsy and major depression. It uses talk therapy and text message support to help improve mood and seizure control.
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Who can take part
- You are a veteran and speak English
- You have internet at home and use a computer or tablet at least once a week
- You have a cell phone that can send and receive text messages and pictures
- You have been diagnosed with major depression
- You have epilepsy and have had at least one seizure in the last five years
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Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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