Treatment for Depression in Latino Teens
Latino Teen Depression Treatment Study
Recruiting
Observational Study
Depression
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 13 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 35 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Duke University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for Latino teens with depression and their parents to share their experiences. The goal is to find ways to help more teens get therapy. Participants will take part in discussions and interviews.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am a male
- I am aged 13-17 years
- I have been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder or Persistent Depressive Disorder
- I have been referred to psychotherapy and/or prescribed antidepressant medications for depression
- I am a parent or legal guardian of a teen
- I can read and speak English or Spanish
- I provide clinical care to Latino adolescents with depression
- I am in a role to provide or refer patients to depression treatment
You may not be able to join if
- I am experiencing imminent thoughts of self-harm or suicide
- I am experiencing acute psychological distress
- I cannot read or speak English or Spanish
- I cannot provide or refer to depression treatment
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Despite experiencing higher rates of depressive symptoms (Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 2020) and similar rates of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD; Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 2019), Latino adolescents in the U.S. are significantly less likely than their non-Latino White peers to receive treatment for MDD (SAMHSA, 2019). The purpose of this study…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria for Teens:
* Male gender
* Aged 13-17 years
* Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder or Persistent Depressive Disorder
* Referred to psychotherapy and/or prescribed antidepressant medications for depression
Exclusion Criteria for Teens:
* Experiencing imminent thoughts of sel…
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