Epilepsy study: UPLIFT vs PACES
Official title NYU Epilepsy Self-Management Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07087821
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out whether the UPLIFT or PACES programs can better improve quality of life, lower depressive symptoms, and reduce seizures compared with enhanced usual care.
- Who it's for
- Adults with epilepsy who receive care at NYU.
- What's involved
- Participants will be randomly placed into either the UPLIFT program, the PACES program, or enhanced usual care and will attend the assigned program sessions and follow‑up visits for a year.
- Time commitment
- The trial lasts 12 months and includes regular study visits throughout that period.
- Time commitment: about 12 months
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
- Adults (≥18 years)
- English-speaking (UPLIFT and PACES) or Spanish-speaking (UPLIFT only).
- Diagnosed with epilepsy for at least one year
- Able to understand the informed consent and provide consent
- Elevated depressive symptoms - Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) score ≥10; applies to UPLIFT only
You likely can't join if
- Severe depressive symptoms (score of ≥20 on PHQ-9)
- Active suicidal ideation (score of ≥1 on PHQ-9 item #9 or otherwise reported during screening)
- Active psychotic disorder (psychiatric diagnosis and/or antipsychotic medications in the electronic health records (EHR)
- Significant cognitive impairment (indicated in the EHR or evident during screening)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Brooklyn, New York, United States
- New York, New York, 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 study runs about 12 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you 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 Brooklyn, New York, United States; New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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