Cluster randomised controlled trial of a psycho-educational intervention for people with a family history of depression for use in general practice

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Family history of depression; Human Genetics and Inherited Disorders - Other human genetics and inherited disorders; Mental Health - Depression; Public Health - Health promotion/education

• Registration Number: ACTRN12613000402741
• Lead Sponsor: niversity of New South Wales

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2013-04-12
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 240

Inclusion Criteria

The research sample will include people with a family history presenting to their GP who:
(i)are able to give informed consent;
(ii)are proficient readers in English; and
(iii)are aged 18 years and over;
(iv)have at least one 1st degree relative diagnosed with depression.

Exclusion Criteria

N/A

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Intention to adopt risk-reducing strategies will be assessed via an online survey adapted from a measure used previously regarding attitudes to genetic testing to assess intention to adopt a range of risk-reducing strategies (e.g. screening regularly for depression symptoms; taking up psychological interventions; getting adequate exercise; reducing excessive drug or alcohol use; ensuring enough sleep; modifying/avoiding potential stressors, such as stressful job, relationship or domestic situation; and deciding not to have children).[Immediately after working through the appropriate educational resource and at 6 months follow-up]