RecruitingDepression
Cognitive Behavioral and Faith Fellowship to Improve Thy Health
Eligible age
18+ yrs
Accepts
All genders
Locations
1 state
Healthy volunteers
No
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About this study
Investigators will examine the efficacy of a faith-based depression intervention, in reducing symptoms of depression among African American adults in Wisconsin. Twelve church groups, each with 10 people (N=120) will be invited to participate. This intervention will be the first evidence-based, faith-based intervention designed for African Americans if validated.
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison
You may qualify if…
- ✓ self-identify as an African American man or woman
- ✓ are ages 18 and older
- ✓ have symptoms of major depressive disorder, as evidenced by score of 10 and higher from the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
You may not qualify if…
- ✕ major psychotic illnesses, such as schizophrenia;
- ✕ current participation in psychotherapy
- ✕ current suicidal ideations (trained staff will conduct a suicide risk assessment and facilitate referral for appropriate care).
- ✕ Medication stabilization. Eligible participants who report recent changes to their psychiatric medications (i.e., initiation of a new medication, change in dose or type of medication) will delay their study enrollment for a stabilization period of 4 weeks. Baseline data collection will be re-administered
- ✕ alcohol or drug dependence - those with alcohol or other drug dependence who have been clean and sober for 3 months will not be excluded
Where it's recruiting
Wisconsin
Madison
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · NCT06292637 · last updated 2025-09-30