Status:
COMPLETED
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Brief Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Pregnant Women With Depression
Lead Sponsor:
University of Pittsburgh
Collaborating Sponsors:
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Conditions:
Depression
Eligibility:
FEMALE
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study will compare the effectiveness of brief interpersonal psychotherapy versus standard treatment for pregnant women with depression.
Detailed Description
Depression is a serious condition affecting millions of people each year. In fact, it is estimated that approximately one in every four women will be treated for a mood disorder, such as depression, a...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Between 8 and 32 weeks of gestation at time of study entry
- A score above 12 on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
- Speaks English
- Resides in the Pittsburgh, PA, area
- Access to a household telephone
Exclusion
- Currently receiving treatment for depression (i.e., medication or psychotherapy)
- History of a prior manic episode
- Alcohol or drug abuse or dependence within 6 months of study entry
- Psychotic disorder or organic mental disorder
- Suicidal, homicidal, or requires hospitalization
- Severe sexual and/or physical aggression in relationship with partner or husband
- Significant medical illness such as epilepsy, autoimmune disorder, liver dysfunction, or unstable endocrine disease
- Severe cognitive deficits that would prevent treatment with psychotherapy
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 1 2004
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 1 2007
Estimated Enrollment :
60 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00292903
Start Date
March 1 2004
End Date
December 1 2007
Last Update
September 10 2012
Active Locations (1)
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Magee Womens Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213