Group Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Paternal Perinatal Depression (NCT07166237)
Group Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Paternal Perinatal Depression: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
๐ฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The purpose of this pilot randomized controlled trial is to assess the feasibility of offering a 9-week group cognitive behavioural therapy (CBTอพ a type of talking therapy) led by a psychiatrist and public health nurse to fathers and non-birthing parents who identify as fathers or fathers-to-be (have a partner who is expecting) with perinatal depression. Fathers or fathers-to-be living in Ontario who have depression symptoms while their partner has been pregnant and/or during the first 18 months of their child's life will be assigned with a 50/50 chance (like flipping a coin) to receive online group CBT in addition to usual care, or to receive usual care only.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: McMaster University โ Hamilton, Ontario
๐งช Interventions in This Study
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Paternal Perinatal Depression (BEHAVIORAL)
๐ "Do I Qualify?" โ 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ
๐ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- McMaster University โ Hamilton, Ontario
๐ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
More studies in Perinatal Depression
- The DC Mother-Infant Behavioral Wellness Program โ Washington D.C., District of Columbia
- Perinatal Depression and Adverse Childhood Experiences: Prevention Trial โ Chicago, Illinois
- Early Detection of Perinatal Depression With Wearable Technology โ Toronto, Ontario
- Group CBT for Paternal Perinatal Depression โ Hamilton, Ontario
- Perinatal Depression & Anxiety (PDA) and Maternal Gut Microbiome โ Toronto, Ontario
Explore by condition: All Perinatal Depression clinical trials
๐ก How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.