Status:

COMPLETED

Effects of Interpersonal Psychotherapy on Depression During and After Pregnancy

Lead Sponsor:

University of Michigan

Collaborating Sponsors:

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

Conditions:

Depression

Anxiety Disorders

Eligibility:

FEMALE

21-45 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This study will evaluate the impact of interpersonal psychotherapy on the course of depression during and after pregnancy, as well as its effect on infant birth outcomes.

Detailed Description

Depression is a serious illness that affects a person's body, mood, and thoughts. Researchers believe that it is one of the most common complications during and after pregnancy. The following symptoms...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • No more than 28 weeks pregnant at the time of study entry
  • History of depression or anxiety
  • Current symptoms of distress
  • Score of 9 or greater on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
  • English-speaking

Exclusion

  • Plans to move away from the area prior to giving birth
  • Current use of steroids for medical conditions

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

October 1 2006

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

August 1 2009

Estimated Enrollment :

120 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT00380419

Start Date

October 1 2006

End Date

August 1 2009

Last Update

May 30 2013

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University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, 48109