Digital health solution for perinatal depression
Center M: Digital Health Innovation Pilot
NA · Oregon Health and Science University · NCT06000449
This study is testing a new digital health program to see if it helps new moms with depression better than regular therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 90 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Oregon Health and Science University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Portland, Oregon) |
| Trial ID | NCT06000449 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
Center M is a digital health intervention designed to address perinatal depression by offering an alternative to traditional Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. This approach utilizes a telehealth model, reducing the number of in-person sessions and providing digital homework materials through a smartphone app. Participants will be randomized to receive either the Center M treatment or standard treatment as usual, allowing for a comparison of effectiveness in managing perinatal depression.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant individuals aged 18-50 who are fluent in English and can attend online group meetings.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently enrolled in or have previously participated in a mindfulness-based intervention group may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could provide a more accessible and flexible treatment option for pregnant individuals experiencing perinatal depression.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using digital health interventions for mental health conditions, suggesting that this approach could be effective for perinatal depression as well.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Currently pregnant * Age 18-50 years * Fluent in English * Available and able to attend online group scheduled meetings Exclusion Criteria: * Current or past enrollment in a mindfulness-based intervention group
Where this trial is running
Portland, Oregon
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, Oregon, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ellen Tilden, PhD, CNM, FACNM — Oregon Health and Science University
- Study coordinator: Kristen Mackiewicz Seghete, PhD
- Email: mackiewi@ohsu.edu
- Phone: 503-494-3029
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.
Conditions: Perinatal Depression, Maternal Mental Health, Telehealth