Can a Phone-Based therapy help rural spanish speakers beat depression?

NCT ID NCT07618312

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Montana State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test a behavioral activation therapy program delivered via telehealth for Spanish-speaking adults with depression living in rural areas of Montana and New Mexico. The goal is to see if the program improves depressive symptoms and keeps people engaged in mental health services. One hundred participants will be enrolled, and the study focuses on adapting the therapy to fit the needs of this community.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Behavioral activation therapy delivered via telehealth
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an effective, scalable way to improve depression symptoms and engagement in mental health services for underserved rural populations.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage implementation trial with only 100 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention relies on telehealth access, which may be limited in some rural areas.

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Conditions

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depressive disorder

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DEPRESSION DISORDER ENGAGEMENT

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