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Collaborative Stepped-care Intervention for Adults With Subthreshold Depressive Symptoms in the Primary Care Setting

RecruitingNAAges 45 Years - 59 YearsAllThe University of Hong Kong
NCT06658041 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

To ensure accessibility and availability of mental health services in the community and to reduce the burden associated with depression and related conditions, the study aim to evaluate the effectiveness of a collaborative stepped-care intervention (cognitive behavioural therapy-based) for adults with subthreshold depressive symptoms at the district-based primary healthcare setting.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Residing in Hong Kong; * Presenting mild to moderately severe depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 = 5-19); * Able to give informed consent to participate. Exclusion Criteria: * A known history of autism, intellectual disability, schizophrenia-spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, Parkinson's disease, or dementia; * Imminent suicidal risk; * Difficulty in communication that would limit meaningful participation in psychological intervention.
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What it tests

  • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)-based intervention with stepped-care
  • Care-as-usual
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Where

1 site
The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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