The aim of this pilot study is to evaluate the feasibility of an online platform that targets depressive symptoms in an elderly population (55+) by means of an online treatment platform (Moodbuster) for depression in a pretest-posttest design.
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Brief title
Condition
- Mood disorders and disturbances NEC
Synonym
Research involving
Sponsors and support
Intervention
Outcome measures
Primary outcome
The primary aim of this study is to evaluate feasibility in terms of
acceptance, usability, engagement and satisfaction of an online platform.
Secondary outcome
Secondary outcomes include depressive symptom severity, technical alliance and
working alliance,uptake and subjectieve experience with the platform.
Background summary
Internet-based interventions can be effective in the treatment of various
common mental disorders, including depression. Many of these interventions are
based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). The introduction of
internet-based interventions for people with depressive symptoms has entered
both primary and specialized routine mental health care. An intervention
specifically aimed at the elderly fits in well with this. Research into
internet-based interventions for the elderly is scarce, underlining the need
for more research to be able to tailor effective interventions for this
specific group. To date there are virtually no digital interventions for the
treatment of depression that specifically target the needs of the elderly.
Study objective
The aim of this pilot study is to evaluate the feasibility of an online
platform that targets depressive symptoms in an elderly population (55+) by
means of an online treatment platform (Moodbuster) for depression in a
pretest-posttest design.
Study design
Single-group pretest-posttest design
Intervention
The Moodbuster intervention for the elderly with depression is based on
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Moodbuster is an online platform. The
online platform consists of 7 modules, each module consists of information and
assignments. The core elements of the intervention are psychoeducation,
behavioural activation cognitive therapy, problem solving, exercise, sleep and
relapse prevention.
Study burden and risks
Participant burden involves completing online questionnaires at baseline and
post-treatment. The risks involved in taking part in the study are considered
minimal. Participants may benefit from taking part in the interventions by
lowering their depressive symptoms in general. Completion of the questionnaires
may be slightly distressing for some participants.
Van der Boechorststraat 7
Amsterdam 1081 BT
NL
Van der Boechorststraat 7
Amsterdam 1081 BT
NL
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Age
Inclusion criteria
Aged 55 or above
have a GDS score of 5-10 for the group with mild depression or a GDS score of
8-15 for the group with more severe depression
able to work with a computer and have access to a computer with internet
have a smartphone
Exclusion criteria
mild depressed group:
- suicidal thoughts
- have severe cognitive impairment
severe depressed group:
- have severe cognitive impairment
Design
Recruitment
Medical products/devices used
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| Register | ID |
|---|---|
| CCMO | NL75534.029.21 |