Comparison Study of Family Practice Interventions for Depression in Adults
Overview
- Phase
- N/A
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Depression
- Sponsor
- AHS Cancer Control Alberta
- Enrollment
- 1489
- Primary Endpoint
- Reduction in depression scores in those patients who have one of the two treatment interventions
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 5 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
To determine if treatment of significant depressive symptoms identified in individuals attending a family practice improves either psychiatric outcome, overall health care costs, or Quality of Life (QOL). Two previously developed treatment approaches - an internet-based approach and a comprehensive depression pathway - will be compared to two control groups (those who have treatment as usual after screening for depression and measurement of QOL, and a second control group who will have QOL data only collected). The investigators hope to help Alberta Health Services identify which approach is best as rapidly as possible so that the best approach can be implemented throughout the province of Alberta.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Adults aged 18 and above
- •Cognitively capable of independently understanding and confirming their desire to take part
Exclusion Criteria
- •18 and under
- •Cognitively incapable of independently understanding and confirming their desire to take part
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Reduction in depression scores in those patients who have one of the two treatment interventions
Time Frame: 12 weeks
We expect a reduction in depression scores in those patients who have one of the two treatment interventions (Groups #3 and #4) over a 12-week period, compared to those who are screened for depression, but only receive treatment as usual (Group #2).
Secondary Outcomes
- Reduction in total health care costs(12 weeks/12 months)