RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06423443

Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depressive Disorders

Digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depressive Disorders: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

Adai Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.

Enrollment

146 participants

Start Date

Dec 20, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Depression Anxiety

Summary

This study aims to explore the effectiveness of digital interventions combined with medication in the treatment of patients with depressive disorders. Its main aim is to answer: Can digital interventions combined with medication effectively alleviate symptoms of depression? The experiment will compare the effects of medication combined with digital interventions to those combined with online mental health education to evaluate their relative effectiveness. Participants will be required to engage with the medication plus digital therapy for a duration of two months, and follow-up assessments will be conducted to evaluate the long-term effects of the treatments and monitor any changes in depressive symptoms.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a digital (app-based) version of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) — a structured talking therapy — for people with depression. It aims to find out whether digital CBT is as effective as standard care for treating depressive symptoms. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 18 and 65 years old - You have been diagnosed with depression (without psychotic features) according to DSM-5 criteria - Your depression symptoms are moderate to severe (scoring 22 or higher on a standard scale) - You own a smartphone **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or another major psychiatric condition - You have had alcohol or substance abuse in the past year - You have a significant risk of suicide - You are unable to use a smartphone or follow instructions - You have depression caused by a medical condition or medication Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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