Preventing depression in adolescents through a cognitive-behavioral program
Thoughts and Health - Preventing Depression in Adolescents
This study is testing a new program in Swedish junior high schools to see if it can help prevent depression in teens and improve their grades.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Vastra Gotaland Region Government |
| Locations | 1 site (Göteborg) |
| Trial ID | NCT04128644 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study tests the feasibility of implementing an Icelandic cognitive-behavioral program called 'Thoughts and Health' in Swedish junior high schools to prevent depression among adolescents. It aims to evaluate the program's impact on students' mental health and academic success, specifically looking at the number of students developing depressive symptoms and those passing junior high school with full grades. The intervention involves a control group, with at-risk students from two schools participating in the program while students from two other schools serve as controls. The study will follow participants from the start to assess outcomes over time.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are eighth graders who are identified as at-risk for developing depression.
Not a fit: Patients who have current or past depression, are undergoing psychotherapeutic treatment, or have suicidal thoughts may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce the incidence of depression among adolescents and improve their academic performance.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies by the research team have shown success in preventing depression using similar cognitive-behavioral approaches, indicating potential for this program.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Eight grader (school) * Completed Childrens Depression Inventory (CDI) screening * Able to understand Swedish both orally and written to a level that he/she can complete forms and questionnaires by themselves Exclusion Criteria: * Current or past depression * Unable to function in a group session * Current psychotherapeutic treatment * Past or current suicidal thoughts or attempts
Where this trial is running
Göteborg
- FoU Research and Development — Göteborg, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Josefine Lilja, PhD — Vastra Gotaland Region
- Study coordinator: Josefine Lilja, PhD
- Email: josefine.lilja@vgregion.se
- Phone: +46769402969
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.