Status:
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Evaluating the Feasibility of a School-based Stepped Care Program for Internalizing Symptoms in Adolescents in Pakistan
Lead Sponsor:
Global Institute of Human Development
Collaborating Sponsors:
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Conditions:
Depression, Anxiety
Distress, Emotional
Eligibility:
All Genders
13-15 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study aims to explore effective ways to reduce depressive symptoms in adolescents through two school-based interventions. This study examines whether the Enhanced School Mental Health Program (eS...
Detailed Description
Background: Internalizing symptoms among adolescents can have long-term devastating impacts on their lives unless they are identified and treated early and effectively. Both universal and indicated s...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- 1\. Adolescents aged 13-15 years, studying in grades 7 and 8 of participating schools, provide assent and parental consent for participation in the study and screen positive for psychosocial distress on youth reported PSC (total score ≥ 28).
Exclusion
- Adolescents who require immediate in-patient (medical and/or psychiatric) care
- Adolescents with acute protection risks as assessed by a researcher applying the definitions in the WHO mhGAP intervention guide.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
March 28 2025
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
August 31 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
137 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06881342
Start Date
March 28 2025
End Date
August 31 2025
Last Update
April 22 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Global Institute of Human Development
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000