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Post Partum Depression Clinical Trial in Hackensack, NJ

Access cutting-edge post partum depression treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Hackensack. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Hackensack

    Convenient for NJ residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Hackensack site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Post Partum Depression Study in Hackensack

Postpartum Depression (PPD) is defined as depression that occurs after childbirth, with intense symptoms that last longer than "baby blues". PPD differs greatly from "baby blues", a term used to describe the typical sadness, worry and tiredness that women experience after childbirth, which often resolves within a week or two on its own. The symptoms of PPD interfere with many aspects of daily living and can have unhealthy short-term and long-term outcomes, both for the mother and baby. One-third of women in the U.S. with PPD are identified in clinical settings, yet only half of those begin psychotherapy treatment. Unfortunately, mothers whose newborns are in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) are at high risk for developing PPD, necessitating early identification and evidence-based treatment. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal therapy (IPT) are the two most effective psychotherapy treatments for PPD, yet no randomized controlled clinical trials were found that directly compared the two types of treatment or determined whether combining the two approaches is more helpful for PPD than either approach alone. This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of a 4-week intervention of either CBT or IPT for PPD in NICU mothers and to determine whether a sequential 8-week intervention (IPT then CBT, or CBT then IPT) is more beneficial.

Sponsor: Hackensack Meridian Health

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Mother of NICU infant
Older than age 18
English-speaking
Gave birth more than 24 hours ago and less than 12 months prior to enrollment
Depression as assessed by: Current/Prior diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder OR EPDS score above 10 OR EPDS score below 10 AND Endorsement of "sometimes" or "often" on item #10 on the EPDS\
("I have had thoughts of harming myself")

Exclusion Criteria

A diagnosis of Substance Dependency or Substance Use
Acute suicidal or infanticidal ideation
Current psychosis
Medical history of cognitive impairment
Infant death of current NICU admission
Marked non-compliance with intervention (e.g, non-attendance of more than one session during a 4-week intervention or failure to complete study assessments),
Are in medical treatment that would prevent participation (i.e., medical treatment that requires inpatient hospitalization and thus would prevent participation of study visits.)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Hackensack?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06991166) has an active research site in Hackensack, NJ that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Post Partum Depression Treatment Options in Hackensack, NJ

If you're searching for post partum depression treatment options in Hackensack, NJ, this clinical trial (NCT06991166) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Hackensack research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced post partum depression specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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