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Area of Science:

  • Mental Health Research
  • Clinical Trial Design
  • Depression Treatment

Background:

  • Stepped care is a recommended organizational model for depression treatment, assumed to be effective and efficient.
  • Current evidence lacks trials directly comparing stepped care with intensive psychological therapy.
  • Methodological uncertainties necessitate a pilot study before a large-scale trial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address uncertainties in conducting a large trial evaluating stepped care versus high-intensity psychological therapy for depression.
  • To assess the feasibility of recruitment, retention, and patient pathways in a stepped care model.
  • To gather preliminary outcome data for sample size calculation in a definitive trial.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods study including a pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) and an embedded process evaluation.
  • Recruitment of 60+ patients with Major Depressive Disorder from an Improving Access to Psychological Therapies service.
  • Quantitative data collection on depression, anxiety, and quality of life, alongside qualitative interviews exploring patient and clinician experiences.

Main Results:

  • Pilot RCT data will assess feasibility metrics (recruitment, retention, treatment pathways).
  • Preliminary outcome data will inform sample size for a definitive trial.
  • Qualitative data will provide insights into the acceptability and procedural aspects of the trial and intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Study outcomes will guide the design of a fully powered RCT evaluating stepped care effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Qualitative findings will be valuable for patients, clinicians, and policymakers.
  • The mixed-methods approach offers a comprehensive understanding of trial feasibility.