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Evaluation of Metacognitive Training for Depression (D-MCT) in Outpatient Psychiatric-psychotherapeutic Care: Randomized Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating D-MCT and Cognitive remediation for Unipolar Depression. Completed, enrolled 86 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Aim of the current study is to investigate the acceptance and efficacy of Metacognitive Training for Depression (D-MCT) compared to cognitive remediation in outpatients with major depressive disorders in a randomized, controlled, assessor-blind, group trial.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Metacognitive Training for Depression (D-MCT), 8 sessions (60min); once a week over a period of 8 weeks. Metacognitive Training for depression (D-MCT) is a low-threshold, easy to administer group intervention. It aims at the reduction of depressive symptoms by changing cognitive biases; not only biases targeted in cognitive behavioral therapy but also those identified by basic research.
A computerized cognitive remediation program that covers several cognitive domains, such as attention, visuomotor skills, and Memory. The difficulty level adapts automatically to the performance level of each patient. At the end of each session, the patient receives individual feedback on his or her performance; 8 sessions (60min), once a week over a period of 8 weeks