Can online therapy lift depression in spinal cord injury patients?
NCT ID NCT06233656
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether 8 weeks of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) delivered via Zoom can help reduce depression in people with spinal cord injuries. 140 participants with mild or worse depressive symptoms will be randomly assigned to either ACT or a wait-list that continues usual care. The goal is to see if ACT improves mood and quality of life compared to no additional treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide an effective, accessible way to reduce depression and improve quality of life for people with spinal cord injuries.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial with a wait-list control, so results may not be definitive. The therapy requires active participation and may not work for everyone.
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University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States