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CBT and Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Led By Kelly J Rohan, Ph.D.
Research Sponsored by University of Vermont
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
No use or stable use of antidepressants (i.e., a consistent dose of the same medication maintained for > 4 weeks with no plans to change).
Principle DSM-5 diagnosis of Major Depression, Recurrent, with Seasonal Pattern
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up past 2 weeks
Awards & highlights
Study Summary
This trial is studying a new treatment for major depression, specifically for people with winter seasonal affective disorder.
Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with major depression that follows a seasonal pattern, known as Winter SAD. Participants should have consistent symptoms each year and not be on changing doses of antidepressants. It's not for those who've had light therapy or CBT for SAD before, have other urgent mental health issues, are at high risk of suicide, will be away during the study period, or have eye conditions affected by bright light.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT-SAD) against Light Therapy to see which is more effective in treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). The goal is to determine the best long-term treatment approach to reduce depressive episodes during winter months.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Light Therapy may cause eyestrain, headache, irritability, sleep problems or feeling wired. CBT-SAD generally has no side effects but discussing emotional topics can sometimes temporarily increase distress.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
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I have been on a stable dose of antidepressants for over 4 weeks with no changes planned.
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I have been diagnosed with seasonal depression that comes back.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ past 2 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~past 2 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary outcome measures
Beck Depression Inventory-Second Edition (BDI-II)
Structured Interview Guide for the Hamilton Rating Scale for Depression-Seasonal Affective Disorder Version (SIGH-SAD)
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT-SAD)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
12 1.5-hour group sessions at a rate of 2 sessions per week over 8 weeks.
Group II: Light TherapyActive Control1 Intervention
6 weeks of daily light therapy at home, using a 10,000-lux light box beginning at 30 minutes upon waking, with dose subsequently adjusted per treatment algorithm.
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of Maryland, College ParkOTHER
157 Previous Clinical Trials
45,974 Total Patients Enrolled
University of Maryland, BaltimoreOTHER
692 Previous Clinical Trials
376,723 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Seasonal Affective Disorder
41 Patients Enrolled for Seasonal Affective Disorder
University of VermontLead Sponsor
270 Previous Clinical Trials
3,743,654 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Seasonal Affective Disorder
177 Patients Enrolled for Seasonal Affective Disorder
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- I have undergone light therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy for seasonal affective disorder.I have been diagnosed with seasonal depression that comes back.I have been on a stable dose of antidepressants for over 4 weeks with no changes planned.I do not have eye conditions like macular degeneration that make bright light harmful.I have been on a stable dose of antidepressants for over 4 weeks with no changes planned.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT-SAD)
- Group 2: Light Therapy
Awards:
This trial has 1 awards, including:- No Placebo-Only Group - All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.
Timeline:
This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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