Workplace-Based Intervention for Depression

Overseen By Jessica L McCurley, PhD, MPH

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: San Diego State University

Disqualifiers: Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Alcohol use, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

Duration: 16 weeks

10 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Workplace-based Depression Intervention?

Research shows that integrating occupational therapy with usual depression treatment helps employees recover from depression and return to work in good health. This suggests that workplace-based interventions can improve work outcomes for people with depression. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is the Workplace-Based Intervention for Depression safe for humans?

The available research does not provide specific safety data for the Workplace-Based Intervention for Depression, but it generally involves psychological and educational methods, which are typically safe for humans. ^{2 6 7 8 9}

How is the Workplace-based Depression Intervention different from other treatments for depression?

The Workplace-based Depression Intervention is unique because it uses a webinar (an online seminar) to combine technology with traditional therapist support, making it more accessible for employees who may not seek help otherwise. This approach is specifically designed to address depression in the workplace, which is often overlooked by other treatments. ^{4 6 8 10 11}

What is the purpose of this trial?

This study develops and tests a dynamic workplace-based depression intervention that is tailored to the specific social and behavioral needs of low-wage hospital service workers. The intervention involves assessment of depression-related work impairment, work-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, work coaching, social needs screening and referral, and text message support for mood and physical activity.

Research Team

Jessica L McCurley, PhD, MPH

Principal Investigator

San Diego State University

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for low-wage hospital service workers who are experiencing depression and lead a sedentary lifestyle. It's designed to help them manage their symptoms and improve their physical activity while at work.

Inclusion Criteria

I work at least 20 hours a week.

Presence of depression symptoms as measured by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 item version; individuals who score ≥5 (indicating mild depression symptoms or higher) will be eligible

Presence of impairment in work functioning, as measured by the Work Limitations Questionnaire; individuals who score ≥5% (indicating mild work productivity loss) will be eligible

Exclusion Criteria

Plan to leave Scripps employment in <6 months

Severe mental illness or substance use condition (e.g., bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, active alcohol use disorder)

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive an 8-session telephone-delivered depression intervention, including work-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, work coaching, social needs screening and referral, and text message support for mood and physical activity

16 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Workplace-based Depression Intervention

Trial Overview The study tests a workplace-based intervention that includes assessing how depression affects work, cognitive behavioral therapy focused on work issues, coaching, screening for social needs with referrals as needed, and text message support for mood and exercise.

Participant Groups

Group I: Single Arm: Open Pilot of Intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

The intervention consists of assessment of depression and work impairment, work-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, work coaching, social needs screening and referral, and text message support for mood and physical activity.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

San Diego State University

Lead Sponsor

Trials

182

Recruited

119,000+

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Collaborator

Trials

3,987

Recruited

47,860,000+

Findings from Research

The webinar intervention, which combined cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) with technology, was feasible and well-received, with 82% of participants completing all sessions and showing positive improvements in depression levels after the program.

Statistical analysis indicated a significant reduction in depression symptoms, with a moderate effect size (Hedge g = 0.522) at one-month follow-up, suggesting that this approach could be an effective way to support employees dealing with depression.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluating the Feasibility of an Innovative Self-Confidence Webinar Intervention for Depression in the Workplace: A Proof-of-Concept Study. Wan Mohd Yunus, WMA., Musiat, P., Brown, JS.[2023]

References

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Better care for depression in the workplace: integrating occupational and mental health services. [2018]

3. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Adjuvant occupational therapy improves long-term depression recovery and return-to-work in good health in sick-listed employees with major depression: results of a randomised controlled trial. [2022]

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6. Canada pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Evaluating the Feasibility of an Innovative Self-Confidence Webinar Intervention for Depression in the Workplace: A Proof-of-Concept Study. [2023]

7. France pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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8. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Depression and the workplace: a progress report. [2022]

9. Finland pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Effectiveness of psychological and educational interventions for the prevention of depression in the workplace: A systematic review and meta-analysis. [2020]

10. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Systematic review of universal and targeted workplace interventions for depression. [2022]

11. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Employees' negative and positive work-home interaction and their association with depressive symptoms. [2013]