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 @ 11:24 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 11:24 PM
NCT ID:
NCT02262156
Brief Summary:
The aim of the study is to compare the effect of group-cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)versus treatment as usual with the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor sertraline, in patients with diagnosis of temporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) and depressive disorder.
Detailed Description:
patients with temporal lobe epilepsy and depression will be enrolled into one of two treatment modality. The first group will receive 12 group cognitive behavioral sessions. CBT is a psychotherapy focused on the recognition and change of distorted thoughts and maladaptive behaviors.
The second group will receive treatment with the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor sertraline or citalopram for 12 weeks. This antidepressant is wide used to treat depression in patients with TLE.
Study:
NCT02262156
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT02262156