Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 9:14 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 9:14 PM
NCT ID:
NCT06153004
Brief Summary:
This pilot study aims to explore and refine the trial procedures that will be implemented in a larger-scale clinical trial scheduled to commence in March 2024 (NCT05944926). As part of this study, 60 patients with moderate to severe depression will be randomized to either psychotherapy based on behavioral activation called the Healthy Activity Program (HAP) or antidepressant medication.
The pilot study has two primary objectives:
1. Evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the study
2. Collect essential outcome data in preparation for the larger trial
Detailed Description:
This pilot study will play a pivotal role in preparation for the forthcoming larger clinical trial, named the OptimizeD study, scheduled for launch in March 2024 (NCT05944926).
The primary objective of the OptimizeD study is to explore whether different patients respond differentially to a brief psychological treatment, known as the Healthy Activity Program, or a widely used generic Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (fluoxetine). If such differences exist, this study aims to explore whether one can develop a machine learning-generated precision treatment rule to predict the most effective treatment based on individual baseline characteristics.
The pilot study has two primary objectives:
1. Evaluate the feasibility and acceptability of the study:
This pilot study will focus on assessing the feasibility and acceptability of the research protocol, including recruitment strategies, data collection methods, interventions, and risk management procedures. This evaluation will help refine and tailor the study procedures and play a critical role in setting the stage for the subsequent OptimizeD study.
2. Collect essential outcome data in preparation for the larger trial:
This study will test and refine the data instruments, gather initial data on efficacy, and refine the baseline assessment (which will serve as the cornerstone for the development of the precision treatment rule).
Study:
NCT06153004
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT06153004