Ketamine-assisted Group Therapy for Depression

A Ketamine-assisted Group Therapy Intervention for Spanish-speaking Adults With Depression

Recruiting Phase 1 Phase 2 Interventional Study
Depression
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 64
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1/2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Other
Participants needed
10 (estimated)
Sponsor
Juliana Zambrano, MD, MPH · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for Spanish-speaking adults aged 18 to 64 with depression. Participants will receive group therapy that includes ketamine to see how well it works and how safe it is.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I speak Spanish.
  • I am between 18 and 64 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder.
  • My depression score is 20 or higher.
  • I have a psychiatrist and a primary care provider.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a history of primary psychotic disorder.
  • I have a history of Bipolar I disorder.
  • I have unstable complex PTSD.
  • I have a history of dissociative identity disorder.
  • I have uncontrolled hypertension or unstable heart disease.
  • I have had severe substance use issues recently.
  • I weigh less than 18.5 or more than 35 according to BMI.
  • I am pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant soon.

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

This is a pilot clinical trial to assess the feasibility, safety, and preliminary efficacy of ketamine-assisted group therapy for Spanish-speaking adults with depression

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1\. Self-identifying Latinx, Spanish-speaking 2. Adults 18-64 years 3. Meet DSM-5 criteria for major depressive disorder as evaluated by study clinician 4. Montgomery-Asberg depression scale (MADRS) score of 20 or above at baseline 4. Participants must have an MGB psychiatrist a…
Contacts

Juliana Zambrano, MD

617-726-2000

JZAMBRANO2@mgh.harvard.edu

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