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Behavioral Intervention

Interpersonal Psychotherapy adapted for Type 2 Diabetes for Type 2 Diabetes

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Research Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Age 12-17 years
Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 3 months
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Study Summary

"This trial aims to see if group therapy or diabetes education is better at reducing depression, diabetes stress, and controlling blood sugar in teenagers with Type 2 Diabetes."

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adolescents with Type 2 Diabetes who are also experiencing depression. The study aims to include those who can participate in group programs and are looking for ways to manage both their mental health and diabetes.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing a group-based interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) program against a diabetes education program, focusing on the impact these have on depression levels, emotional distress related to diabetes, and blood sugar control.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves therapy and education programs rather than medication, there may not be traditional side effects. Participants might experience emotional discomfort or increased awareness of their condition during discussions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am between 12 and 17 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~3 months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 3 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Acceptability of IPT-T2D
Changes in Glycemic Control
Depression Changes

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Interpersonal Psychotherapy adapted for Type 2 DiabetesExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants in the IPT-T2D will receive 1 hour weekly IPT from a licensed psychologist in a group setting for 6 weeks.
Group II: Health Education adapted for Type 2 DiabetesExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants in the Health Education-T2D will receive 1 hour weekly Health Education lessons from a licensed psychologist in a group setting for 6 weeks.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Group Program
2009
N/A
~120

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of Colorado, DenverLead Sponsor
1,734 Previous Clinical Trials
2,148,833 Total Patients Enrolled

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Are there any available slots for patients to participate in this clinical trial?

"According to clinicaltrials.gov, this specific trial is not actively seeking participants. Its initial posting was on February 1st, 2024, with the latest update made on February 22nd of the same year. Presently, there are approximately 2789 other trials actively looking for eligible candidates."

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Is the clinical trial open to individuals aged 80 and above?

"This study is open to individuals aged 12 to 16 years."

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Is it possible for me to participate in this clinical trial?

"To qualify for enrollment in this research, individuals must have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and fall within the age bracket of 12 to 17 years old. The study aims to recruit approximately 50 participants."

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~33 spots leftby Jun 2026