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Evaluating Process of Change in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Depression
Sponsor: University of Southern California
Summary
This study will compare two psychological treatments for major depressive disorder (MDD): cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Both treatments are well-studied and supported by evidence as effective options for people experiencing depression. These treatments will be delivered in an online group format via Zoom. The study will enroll up to 100 participants with depression. Half of the participants will receive online group CBT and half will receive online group ACT. There will be up to 10 members in each group. For both conditions, treatment will be provided over 8 weeks, with a 6-month follow-up period. Enrollment will be ongoing and groups will occur simultaneously. Potential participants are asked to complete an initial screening and an intake evaluation to determine eligibility. They will then receive 8-weeks of treatment. Participants will complete self-report questionnaires throughout their time in the study.
Official title: Researching and Improving Psychotherapy Techniques in Interventions for DEpression (RIPTIDE)
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2024-01-15
Completion Date
2026-04-27
Last Updated
2025-12-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Sessions will focus on skills such as behavioral activation, mood tracking, identifying and reframing automatic thoughts, assertion training and smart goals.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Sessions will focus on skills such as mindfulness, acceptance and willingness training, values clarification, committed action, defusion, and self-as-context.
Locations (1)
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California, United States