At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison Record- ✓Recurrent unipolar major depressive disorder
- ✓At least two episodes of major depression
- ✓History of recovery between episodes or prior dysthymia
- ✓Able to speak and read English
- ✕Active alcohol or substance dependence within 6 months
- ✕Current suicidal risk
- ✕Bipolar, schizoaffective, OCD, eating disorders, or schizophrenia
- ✕Schizophrenia
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Prophylactic Cognitive Therapy for Depression.
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Continuation phase cognitive therapy, Continuation phase fluoxetine, and 2 other interventions for Depression. Completed, enrolled 523 participants across 2 sites.
Detailed Summary
This study determined the effectiveness of continuation phase cognitive therapy versus antidepressant medication in preventing relapse of depression in people with recurrent depression.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Continuation phase cognitive therapy included 10 sessions over 8 months.
The dosage of fluoxetine was increased to 40 mg over 8 months.
The dosage of pill placebo was increased to 40 mg over 8 months.
For the first 12 weeks, all participants received between 16 and 20 cognitive therapy sessions.