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Study NCT ID: NCT00257400
Status: COMPLETED
Last Update Posted: 2014-01-03
First Post: 2005-11-21

Brief Title: Comparison of Two Psychotherapy Treatments for Depressed Women With a History of Sexual Abuse
Sponsor: University of Rochester
Organization: University of Rochester

Study Overview

Official Title: Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depressed Women With Sexual Abuse Histories
Status: COMPLETED
Status Verified Date: 2013-12
Last Known Status: None
Delayed Posting: No
If Stopped, Why?: Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access: False
If Expanded Access, NCT#: N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status: N/A
Acronym: None
Brief Summary: This study will compare the effectiveness of individual versus interpersonal psychotherapy in treating depressed women with a history of sexual abuse
Detailed Description: Depression is a common but serious mental disorder that affects millions of people each year Depression can severely impact peoples lives causing them to often feel sad and hopeless as well as affecting peoples sleep patterns concentration and energy levels Women with a history of abuse are at an increased risk for developing symptoms of depression However treatments such as interpersonal psychotherapy and individual psychotherapy have been known to reduce symptoms of depression This study will compare the effectiveness of individual and interpersonal psychotherapy in improving depressive symptoms and daily functioning in depressed women with a history of sexual abuse

Participants in this study will undergo a two-part screening interview at the Strong Adult Ambulatory Clinic This screening will include both written questionnaires and face-to-face interviews regarding any experiences of sexual or physical abuse suicidal thoughts family relationships and current attitudes thoughts or feelings Participants who meet all criteria will then be randomly assigned to receive one of two treatments interpersonal psychotherapy or individual psychotherapy which is considered usual care All treatment sessions will be held at the Strong Adult Ambulatory Clinic Participants assigned to receive interpersonal psychotherapy will attend weekly 50-minute sessions with a therapist Interpersonal psychotherapy will focus on current interpersonal stressors in daily life such as difficulties in close relationships or at work Treatment will also help participants examine the relationship between their mood changes and interpersonal problems Participants assigned to receive individual psychotherapy will undergo cognitive-behavioral therapy supportive counseling or a combination of the two Participants will work with their therapists to decide upon a treatment plan designed to help changes in mood and other difficulties in daily life The number and length of treatment sessions for this group will be determined on an individual basis For all participants evaluations consisting of questionnaires similar to those from the initial screening will be completed at mid-treatment post-treatment and 3 months after treatment

Study Oversight

Has Oversight DMC: None
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?: None
Is a FDA Regulated Device?: None
Is an Unapproved Device?: None
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Is a US Export?: None
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?: None
Secondary IDs
Secondary ID Type Domain Link
DSIR 8K-RTAT US NIH GrantContract None httpsreporternihgovquickSearchK23MH064528
K23MH064528 NIH None None