Motivational lifestyle changes to help treat depression
Motivational Multicomponent Lifestyle Interventions as a Supportive Treatment for Depression in Primary Health Care
This study tests if a new lifestyle program that encourages healthy habits can help people with depression feel better in a primary care setting.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 210 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kuopio University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kuopio) |
| Trial ID | NCT05681767 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a motivational multicomponent lifestyle intervention as a supportive treatment for individuals suffering from depression in a primary health care setting. The intervention aims to address multiple unhealthy lifestyle factors, such as physical inactivity and poor diet, which are commonly associated with depression. Participants will be assessed for changes in depressive symptoms, mental well-being, physical health, and quality of life at various follow-up points. The study also aims to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of this intervention compared to standard treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are diagnosed with depression and are beginning treatment in a primary health care center.
Not a fit: Patients with bipolar disorder, psychosis, substance abuse issues, pregnancy, or those requiring long-term rehabilitative psychotherapy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve recovery rates from depression by promoting healthier lifestyle choices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with lifestyle interventions for depression, but this specific multicomponent approach is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * adults ≥ 18 years * depression (ICD-10, F32-F33) * Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-1A) ≥ 10 points * the initiation of treatment in a primary health care center Exclusion Criteria: * bipolar disorder * psychosis * substance abuse * pregnancy or lactation * a long-term rehabilitative psychotherapy.
Where this trial is running
Kuopio
- Kuopio Health Center — Kuopio, Finland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Pekka Mäntyselkä — University of Eastern Finland
- Study coordinator: Pekka Mäntyselkä
- Email: pekka.mantyselka@uef.fi
- Phone: +35850449436
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.