NCT06658041 Collaborative Stepped-care Intervention for Adults With Subthreshold Depressive Symptoms in the Primary Care Setting
| NCT ID | NCT06658041 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | The University of Hong Kong |
| Condition | Depression |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 352 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-12-23 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-06-30 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 352 participants in total. It began in 2024-12-23 with a primary completion date of 2027-06-30.
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Brief Summary
To ensure accessibility and availability of mental health services in the community and to reduce the burden associated with depression and related conditions, the study aim to evaluate the effectiveness of a collaborative stepped-care intervention (cognitive behavioural therapy-based) for adults with subthreshold depressive symptoms at the district-based primary healthcare setting.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Residing in Hong Kong; * Presenting mild to moderately severe depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 = 5-19); * Able to give informed consent to participate. Exclusion Criteria: * A known history of autism, intellectual disability, schizophrenia-spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, Parkinson's disease, or dementia; * Imminent suicidal risk; * Difficulty in communication that would limit meaningful participation in psychological intervention.
Contact & Investigator
Terry YS Lum, Ph.D.
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
The University of Hong Kong
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06658041 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 45 Years or older, up to 59 Years, studying Depression. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06658041 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06658041 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at stephanie@myinwong.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06658041 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06658041 clinical trial?
NCT06658041 is sponsored by The University of Hong Kong. The principal investigator is Terry YS Lum, Ph.D. at The University of Hong Kong. The trial plans to enroll 352 participants.
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