Gamified Attention Training for Depression

Confirmatory Efficacy Trial of Attention Bias Modification for Depression

Recruiting Early Phase 1 Interventional Study
Depression
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 70
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Early Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
600 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Texas at Austin · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with symptoms of depression. Participants will complete questionnaires, take part in eye-tracking tasks, and have interviews with researchers.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have given my consent to participate.
  • I can speak and understand English.
  • I score 13 or more on a depression questionnaire.
  • I am between 18 and 70 years old.
  • I have not changed my antidepressant medication in the past 12 weeks.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have had thoughts of suicide in the past six months.
  • I have been diagnosed with bipolar or psychotic disorders.
  • I have had substance use issues in the past year.
  • I am currently taking opioid pain medications.
  • I am currently receiving psychotherapy.

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
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the efficacy of two related, but different ABM (Attention Biased Modification) treatments for depression in adults with elevated symptoms of depression. The main aims are: * Aim 1:examine whether gamified ABM leads to greater change in the primary and secondary outcomes than sham ABM * Aim 1: establish that gamified ABM is at least as effective as tra…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Provided informed consent * Fluent in English * Scored 13 or greater on the QIDS-SR at the baseline assessment * Between the ages of 18 to 70 * Have had no changes in medication and dosage in the past 12 weeks (if currently on antidepressant medication) Exclusion Criteria: *…
Contacts

Christopher G Beevers, PhD

5124717557

beevers@utexas.edu

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