At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordPhase 3Completed· 221 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Problem Solving Therapy +1 morebehavioral
Likely dose
Not stated in record
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PST in Geriatric Depression With Executive Dysfunction
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Problem Solving Therapy and Brief Supportive Therapy for Depression and Cognition Disorders. Completed, enrolled 221 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
This study will compare the effectiveness of Problem Solving Therapy and Brief Supportive Therapy in treating elderly patients with major depression and thought problems.
Study Details
Study Typeinterventional
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ConditionsDepression, Cognition Disorders
CountriesUnited States
CollaboratorsNational Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Timeline
Phase 3CompletedFinished
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Enrollment StartSep 2002
First PostedJan 2003
Primary CompletionMar 2008
TodayJul 2026
First PostedJan 23, 2003
Enrollment StartSep 1, 2002
Primary CompletionMar 1, 2008
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 5.5 yearsPosted 23.4 years ago
Interventions
Problem Solving Therapybehavioral
A 12 week cognitive behavioral intervention for depression that teaches patients a structured approach to solving social problems.
Brief Supportive Therapybehavioral
A 12 week intervention for depression that focuses on supporting patients attempts to cope with depression.