Improving maternal and child health by addressing perinatal depression
Implementation of Prevention and Intervention of Maternal Perinatal Depression to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health
This study is testing a new online support program for pregnant women with depression to see if it can improve their health and the health of their babies during the first 1000 days of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Helsinki Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Helsinki, Uusimaa) |
| Trial ID | NCT04069091 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study focuses on enhancing maternal and child health by implementing a screening and intervention program for perinatal depression, which is a prevalent complication during pregnancy. The program utilizes a low-intensity online self-help intervention called 'Enjoy your Bump' to provide support to mothers identified with depressive symptoms. The goal is to improve the quality of care for mothers and their children during the critical first 1000 days of life, addressing the significant gap in treatment for perinatal depression. By adapting the intervention to fit various cultural and gender contexts, the study aims to increase accessibility and effectiveness of mental health care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women who score 10 or more on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) and agree to participate in the intervention.
Not a fit: Patients with active suicidality, severe mental disorders, or those currently receiving psychotropic medication or psychosocial treatment may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve mental health outcomes for mothers and promote better developmental outcomes for their children.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar low-intensity interventions for perinatal depression, indicating a promising approach to addressing this widespread issue.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * EPDS screen result of 10 or more * Agreed to be invited for the intervention during the screening phase Exclusion Criteria: * Active suicidality * Presence of severe mental disorder * Concurrent use of psychotropic medication / concurrently under psychosocial treatment for mental disorder
Where this trial is running
Helsinki, Uusimaa
- University of Helsinki — Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Katri Räikkönen, PhD — University of Helsinki
- Study coordinator: Katri Räikkönen, PhD
- Email: katri.raikkonen@helsinki.fi
- Phone: +358405121469
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.