A randomised controlled trial comparing Internet based cognitive behaviour therapy (iCBT) for depression in patients with osteoarthritis vs. treatment as usual on depression symptoms.

St Vincent's Hospital0 sites100 target enrollmentOctober 25, 2013

Overview

No summary available.

Registry

who.int

Start Date

October 25, 2013

End Date

TBD

Last Updated

6 years ago

Study Type

Interventional

Sex

All

Sponsor

St Vincent's Hospital

•Diagnosis of current Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) based on the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview Version 5\.0\.0\.
•Diagnosis of symptomatic Osteoarthritis based upon radiographic criteria and pain on most days. The recruitment pathway ensures all potential participants (i.e., those who are informed about the study) meet this eligibility criterion.
•Prepared to provide name, phone number and address, and to provide the name and address of a local general practitioner, and to provide informed consent.
•English language skills equivalent to a School Certificate level.
•Have access to a phone and a computer with regular Internet access and a printer.

•Severe depression (PHQ\-9 \>23\) and/ or current suicidality (PHQ\-9 Q9\=2 or 3\).
•If taking medication for anxiety or depression, has been taking the same dose for less than 1 month or intended to change the dose during the course of the program.
•Currently receiving CBT for depression or completed an iCBT or CBT program for depression in the past 6 months or intention to commence CBT for depression.
•Psychosis, bipolar disorder, substance abuse or dependence.
•Taking antipsychotics or benzodiazepines.