Clinical trial for Depression
Official title Implementation of Problem-Solving Treatment in Community Health Centers (PST-Aid)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06494384
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study looks at whether the PST‑Aid app improves how well doctors deliver Problem‑Solving Treatment for depression and whether it helps patients feel better.
- Who it's for
- Doctors and nurses who treat patients with depression in community health centers.
- What's involved
- Participants will use the PST‑Aid web app during routine patient visits, set goals, and plan actions with patients. They will also receive training on the app and the treatment method.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts several months, with regular clinic visits and occasional check‑ins to review app use and patient progress.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Practitioner Participants. (a) are employed by a clinic that is an OCHIN clinical network member;
- Practitioner Participants. (b) hold a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field;
- Practitioner Participants. (c) provide psychotherapeutic care in the OCHIN network;
- Practitioner Participants. (d) have not previously received formal training in PST as defined by University of Washington Advancing Integrated Mental...
- Practitioner Participants. (e) are not currently receiving specialized training outside of standard clinic support to implement a depression-specific...
You likely can't join if
- Client Participants. (a) history or presence of psychiatric diagnoses other than unipolar, nonpsychotic depression or anxiety disorders,
- Client Participants. (b) active suicidal ideation,
- Client Participants. (c) current alcohol or substance abuse disorders, or
- Client Participants. (d) have dementia
- Client Participants. (e) all exclusion criteria cannot be confirmed via provider report.
- Practitioner Participants. Exclusion criteria are those that do not meet the inclusion criteria listed above.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Practitioner Participants. (a) are employed by a clinic that is an OCHIN clinical network member;
- Practitioner Participants. (b) hold a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field;
- Practitioner Participants. (c) provide psychotherapeutic care in the OCHIN network;
- Practitioner Participants. (d) have not previously received formal training in PST as defined by University of Washington Advancing Integrated Mental Health Solutions Center (AIMS) criteria;
- Practitioner Participants. (e) are not currently receiving specialized training outside of standard clinic support to implement a depression-specific psychosocial intervention; and
- Practitioner Participants. (f) are English-speaking.
- Client Participants. a) 18+,
- Client Participants. b) English-speaking,
- Client Participants. c) have a diagnosis of unipolar depression per provider report, and
- Client Participants. d) have a PHQ-9 score ≥ 10, which is above the clinical cutoff for depression symptoms.
- Client Participants. (a) history or presence of psychiatric diagnoses other than unipolar, nonpsychotic depression or anxiety disorders,
- Client Participants. (b) active suicidal ideation,
- Client Participants. (c) current alcohol or substance abuse disorders, or
- Client Participants. (d) have dementia
- Client Participants. (e) all exclusion criteria cannot be confirmed via provider report.
- Practitioner Participants. Exclusion criteria are those that do not meet the inclusion criteria listed above.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Portland, Oregon, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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