iCBT for Seniors With Depression in Primary Care
The New Internet Generation: iCBT Treatment for Seniors With Mild-moderate Depression - a Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial in the Primary Care Context
Göteborg University
390 participants
Sep 1, 2024
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the potential benefits of internet cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) for elderly patients with mild/moderate depression and compare its effectiveness with the current treatment as usual (TAU) at primary care centres (PCCs). The specific aims are to study if: iCBT is as effective as TAU in reducing depressive symptoms iCBT is as effective as TAU in increasing quality of life iCBT is as effective as TAU in increasing the function in patients \>65 years and older with mild/moderate depression attending primary care, with the perspective of 36 months. Participants will: Work with the iCBT program (10-12 weeks) or become TAU at their PCCs. Followed-up at 3, 6, 12, 24 and 36 months of their symptoms, quality of life and function.
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Interventions
iCBT depression program with minimal therapist contact offered within 14 days from inclusion and with a duration of 10-12 weeks. Contact via email or telephone every week (therapist/nurse)
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NCT06537869