Mindfulness for depression in pregnancy
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if guided mindfulness exercises can help reduce depression and improve quality of life for pregnant women in a setting with limited resources. If you are feeling very down and are interested in learning mindfulness, this may be a good fit.
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Who can take part
- You are currently pregnant with a baby between 12 and 28 weeks (second trimester or early third trimester).
- You live in Jimma City and have been there for at least six months.
- You feel sad or depressed often (score of 13 or higher on a standard depression screening).
- You are willing to take part in the program for 8 weeks in a row.
- You can go to the health center three times per week and allow the study team to follow up with you.
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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