Lifestyle intervention for patients with depression in general practice
Lifestyle InterVEntion Study in General Practice: LIVES - GP
NA · University Medical Center Groningen · NCT06286345
This study is testing a new lifestyle program designed to help people with depression improve their mental health and overall well-being in a regular doctor's office.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Medical Center Groningen (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Groningen) |
| Trial ID | NCT06286345 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research investigates the feasibility of a multimodal lifestyle intervention (MLI) tailored for patients with depression in a general practice setting. The study aims to address the unhealthy lifestyle often associated with depression, which can lead to chronic physical diseases like cardiovascular issues. By conducting an observational single-group prospective cohort study with 50 participants, the researchers will evaluate various outcome measures including mental health, lifestyle factors, and quality of life. The goal is to identify key factors that influence the successful implementation of this intervention in primary care.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults diagnosed with depressive symptoms or disorder, with a body mass index of 25 or higher.
Not a fit: Patients currently receiving treatment in mental health care or those with severe somatic or neurological diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could improve the overall health and quality of life for patients suffering from depression.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results for lifestyle interventions in mental health care, but this approach in a general practice setting is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of depressive symptoms or depressive disorder in the past year as registered in the general practice electronic health record and coded according to the International Classification of Primary Care (ICPC) as P03 and P76, respectively, or currently treated for depressive symptoms or depressive disorder in general practice. * At least mild depressive symptom level according to the Quick Inventory Depressive Symptomatology-Self-Report (QIDS-SR) (score ≥6) * Body mass index ≥ 25 kg/m2 or increased waist circumference (\>88 cm (women) of \>102 cm (men)). Exclusion Criteria: * Current treatment in mental health care (GGZ in Dutch) * Severe somatic / neurological disease at the discretion of the GP * Currently participating in another lifestyle intervention * Insufficient proficiency in Dutch * Inability to read and write
Where this trial is running
Groningen
- University Medical Center Groningen — Groningen, Netherlands (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Huibert Burger, MD PhD
- Email: h.burger@umcg.nl
- Phone: +31(0)50 361 6722
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: Depression, Unipolar, Cardiovascular Diseases, depression, lifestyle, general practice