Depression and physical activity help for hospital service workers
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help hospital service workers who feel depressed or stressed at work. It combines physical activity support with depression care, delivered through text messages, to improve how you feel and how well you work.
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Who can take part
- Work at least 20 hours a week in hospital services (like cleaning or food service) at Scripps Health.
- Be 18 years or older and plan to stay at Scripps for at least 6 more months.
- Have mild or more depression symptoms (feeling down or losing interest).
- Feel that your mood or stress is affecting your work performance.
- Have a cell phone that can get text messages and be comfortable in English or Spanish.
- Not have a severe mental health condition (like bipolar or schizophrenia) or active substance use disorder.
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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