Evaluating inpatient versus outpatient treatment for chronic depression

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study assesses the cost and effectiveness of inpatient versus outpatient treatment for dysthymia, a form of chronic depression. It aims to understand the therapeutic processes involved in treating this condition by conducting frequent assessments of psychological factors, symptoms, and physiological responses. The research will also evaluate which treatment setting is more cost-effective in alleviating symptoms of dysthymia, given the significant societal costs associated with this disorder. By comparing these two approaches, the study seeks to provide insights into the most effective treatment modalities for patients suffering from persistent depressive disorder.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Inclusion criteria will be liberal and similar to clinical practice criteria at the treatment site: Persistent depressive disorder as defined by the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM5); which includes an International classification of disorders-10 (ICD-10) diagnosis of depression, dysthymia, recurrent depression. unsuccessful previous treatments. living within driving distance from the treatment facilities.

Exclusion Criteria:

* current suicidal risk, current psychosis, marked emotional instability (i.e. issues with impulsivity), strong paranoid traits, current problems related to heavy substance abuse.

Where it's running

• Modum Bad
  Vikersund, Buskerud, Norway Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Pål Ulvenes, PhD — Modum Bad
• Study coordinator: Pål Ulvenes, PhD
• Email: pal.ulvenes@modum-bad.no
• Phone: 32749857

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.