The PHQ-9: validity of a brief depression severity measure.
K Kroenke, R L Spitzer, J B Williams
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11556941Actively Recruiting
Phase Not Applicable
Age: 18Years +
All Genders
ID07062042
Empowering Narratives: Help to Self-help to Ukrainian Refugees with PTSD and Depression
Led by Kristiania University College · Updated on 2025-08-17
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
17 weeks
Total Duration
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Sponsors
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Kristiania University College
Lead Sponsor
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University of Konstanz
Collaborating Sponsor
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This research investigates the effects of Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), a short-term trauma-focused therapy, on PTSD and depression symptoms in Ukrainian refugees living in Norway. The study also aims to train Ukrainian health workers in Norway to deliver NET. NET has shown promise in reducing PTSD symptoms in people affected by war and organized violence, making it a relevant approach for this vulnerable group displaced by conflict. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive immediate NET treatment or to a waitlist control group that receives treatment after the initial participant's treatment and re-assessment. NET involves structured sessions where individuals reconstruct their life story to process traumatic memories, supported by trained health professionals who complete a standardized digital training and supervised practice. The study includes baseline assessment, post-treatment evaluation shortly after therapy ends, and a 6-month follow-up. During the study, participants will complete validated questionnaires in Ukrainian or Russian to assess PTSD symptoms, depression, dissociation, and trauma exposure. These assessments occur at baseline, immediately after treatment, and six months later. Data collection is conducted through interviews with therapists to ensure quality and understanding. Safety procedures are in place for participants with high depression or suicidal scores. The total study duration includes training, treatment, and follow-up phases, with careful data protection and ethical oversight.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Empowering Narratives
Who Can Participate
Age: 18Years +
All Genders
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Ukrainian refugee residing in Norway
- Arrived in Norway after February 24, 2022
- At least 18 years old
- Provided informed consent to participate
- Classified as having PTSD symptoms, trauma exposure, or related comorbidities based on questionnaires
You will not qualify if you...
- Diagnosis or history of psychotic spectrum disorders
- Diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders
- Currently receiving trauma-focused psychological treatment
- Declined consent for required study elements such as screening or treatment delivery
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Your Study Journey
Screening
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 screening and enrollment visit (in-person)
Outpatient Treatment
Duration - Short-term lasting the duration of the therapy sessions
Participants receive Narrative Exposure Therapy, a short-term, trauma-focused intervention aimed at reducing PTSD and depression symptoms.
Multiple therapy sessions with NET therapist during the treatment period
Follow-up
Duration - 6 months after post-treatment
Participants are assessed for PTSD, dissociation, and depression symptoms 6 months after the post-treatment assessment to evaluate long-term effects.
1 follow-up visit (in-person or remote)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Kristinia University of Applied Sciences
Oslo, Norway, 0187
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Research Team
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Vanessa Nolasco Ferreira, Associate Professor, PhD
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Ashley Rebecca Bell-Mizori, Master in Psychology
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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