Exercise plus CBT for depression: The CBT+ Trial
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding exercise before standard talk therapy (CBT) helps treat depression more effectively than CBT alone. You will be asked to do moderate exercise and then receive CBT sessions over 8 weeks.
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Who can take part
- Have a confirmed diagnosis of major depressive disorder (by a doctor or mental health professional)
- Current depression symptoms at least mild (score of 8 or higher on a standard depression scale)
- Either not on any mental health meds/treatment, or on a stable treatment plan for at least 8 weeks
- Be physically able to exercise safely (no medical reason to avoid moderate activity)
- Never had structured Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) before
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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