Culturally adapted therapy for women with suicidal thoughts after childbirth in Pakistan
Culturally Adapted Manual-Assisted Problem-Solving Intervention for Women With Suicidal Ideation in Postnatal Period in Pakistan: A Feasibility Trial
This study tests a new therapy designed for new mothers in Pakistan to see if it can help reduce suicidal thoughts after childbirth.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 16 Years to 44 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT05852314 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the feasibility and acceptability of a culturally adapted intervention called CMAP-SI for women experiencing suicidal ideation during the postnatal period. The intervention is designed to address the high prevalence of suicidal thoughts among new mothers in Pakistan, where rates can reach up to 14%. The study will involve adapting existing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to fit the cultural context and will evaluate the intervention's effectiveness in reducing suicidal thoughts. Participants will share their experiences with the CMAP-SI intervention to further inform its development.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are mothers aged 16 to 44 with children aged 0 to 30 months who are experiencing suicidal ideation.
Not a fit: Patients with severe physical or psychiatric conditions that prevent participation in the study will not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce suicidal thoughts among new mothers, improving mental health outcomes in this vulnerable population.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with culturally adapted interventions for mental health issues, suggesting potential for this approach in similar contexts.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. 16 to 44-year-old mothers with children 0 - 30 months old 2. Residents of the trial site catchments area 3. Able to provide informed consent 4. Presenting with suicidal ideation as measured by the Beck Suicidal Ideation Scale (BSSI) (must score 1 or 2 on item 4 and 5) 5. Not requiring in-patient psychiatric treatment. Exclusion Criteria: We will exclude mothers with any physical or psychiatric condition severe enough to prevent study participation.
Where this trial is running
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province
- Benazir Bhutto Hospital — Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Nasim Chaudhry, MD — Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning
- Study coordinator: Tayyaba Kiran, PhD.
- Email: tayyaba.kiran@pill.org.pk
- Phone: 021-35871845
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.