Digital Treatment for Depression and Obesity

Digital InteGrated Behavioral treatmeNt for Comorbid obesITy and deprEssion Among Racial and Ethnic Adults Age 50 and Older

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Obesity Depression
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
50 – 74
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
440 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Illinois at Chicago · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults aged 50 to 74 who have both depression and obesity. Participants will use digital programs to help manage their weight and depression over a 12-month period.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Type 1 diabetesType 2 diabetesCoronary heart diseaseHeart failureStrokeCancerEnd-stage organ failureBipolar disorder

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 50 and 74 years old.
  • I have a body mass index (BMI) of 27.0 to 44.9.
  • I weigh 396 lbs or less.
  • I have moderate to moderately severe depressive symptoms.
  • I identify as a racial or ethnic minority.
  • I can provide consent and agree to randomization.

You may not be able to join if

  • I cannot speak, read, or understand English well enough to give consent.
  • I do not have reliable Wi-Fi at home.
  • I have diabetes, heart disease, cancer (other than non-melanoma skin cancer), or other serious health conditions.
  • I have lost more than 15 lbs in the last 3 months.
  • I am currently in a weight loss program or treatment.
  • I have been diagnosed with bipolar or psychotic disorders.
  • I have cognitive impairment or an active substance use disorder.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding within the last 6 months.

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 randomized clinical trial is to test the efficacy of a fully digital intervention, combining the Lumen problem-solving therapy virtual coach for depression management with the Diabetes Prevention Program video-based program for weight loss, among racial and ethnic minorities with comorbid depression and obesity. The study aims include: * Determine the efficacy of the vCare interv…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria * Age 50-74 years (inclusive) * Confirmed body mass index (BMI) between ≥27.0 and \<45.0 based on weight and height measured by study staff at device distribution * Confirmed weight ≤396 lbs * Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) scores between ≥10 and \<20, indicating moderate…
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