Can an app and telehealth beat depression? small trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07634705
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study will test a stepped-care approach for depression in 40 adults from primary care clinics. Participants will either use a mood-tracking app (Moodivate) alone, receive telehealth therapy, or start with the app and step up to therapy if needed. The main goal is to see if this approach is feasible, not whether it works. Results will help design larger studies.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Moodivate app and telehealth behavioral activation therapy
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a scalable, low-cost way to treat depression in primary care using a combination of an app and remote therapy.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (40 people) testing feasibility, not effectiveness. The app and therapy may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to broader populations.
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States