Recruiting adults with depression for a research study at MGH (Boston)

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#1

Are you depressed, sad or blue?

The Massachusetts General Hospital is conducting a clinical research study evaluating the effects on the brain of two different 8-week programs for people suffering from depression:

The Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) program consists in weekly classes that combine cognitive therapy with mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness meditation cultivates present moment awareness to approach thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental, self-compassionate, and overall accepting way.

The PRT-PsyEd training program includes two components: Progressive Relaxation Training (PRT) and psychoeducation (PsyEd), two methods widely used in psychotherapy to better manage stress and learn how it relates to depression.

Who can participate?

  • age 21-65
  • feeling depressed, sad, irritable, or hopeless
  • no (or limited) previous experience with meditation

What does this study involve?

  • 1 screening visit + up to 6 other visits over the course of 3 months (including 2 MRI brain scans if eligible)
  • 8-week program with weekly classes and daily at-home exercises
  • All course materials will be provided at no cost

How can I learn more?

Email MGHMindfulnessStudy@partners.org or call us at
617-643-5078

#2

Hello, Gaelle,
Just a quick question: would you consider enrollment of a patient who has already taken MBSR and MBCT courses but would be willing to repeat the classes and have the MRI’s done and so on? If so, I would be very happy to call. If such a patient would not be eligible, I certainly understand.

Thank you,

Skip

#3

Hello Skip,
Thank you for your message.
In this study we are only recruiting participants with limited previous experience with meditation. One who has already taken MBSR or MBCT is considered to have too much previous experience.
I hope this clarifies it!
Best,
-Gaelle

#4

Hello everyone,
This study is still actively recruiting so please feel free to contact us at MGHMindfulnessStudy@partners.org or call us at 617-643-5078.
Thanks!