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A randomised controlled trial comparing Internet based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) versus a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) self help book versus a meditation self help book versus a waitlist control condition for adults with depression on severity of symptoms and depression.

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Major depressive disorder
Mental Health - Depression
Registration Number
ACTRN12613000502730
Lead Sponsor
St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney
Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
Completed
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
400
Inclusion Criteria

Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of the American Psychiatric Association-4th Edition (DSM-IV) criteria for Major Depressive Disorder, Internet access + printer access, Australian citizen.

Exclusion Criteria

Current substance abuse/dependence, Psychotic mental illness (Bipolar or Schizophrenia), change of psychological treatment in last month, change in medications during last 1 month, use of Benzodiazepines, Suicidal.

Study & Design

Study Type
Interventional
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
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Secondary Outcome Measures
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