New study tests Low-Cost ways to lift depression in elderly women

NCT ID NCT05856552

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study is testing whether talking therapy (CBT) and group activities can reduce depression and improve daily life for elderly women in India. About 5,370 women aged 55 and older will take part. Some will receive home visits with counseling, some will join group activities, some will get both, and others will receive neither. The goal is to see if these simple, low-cost approaches can help improve mood and functioning.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • JPAL SA at IFMR

    RECRUITING

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600018, India

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • JPAL SA at IFMR

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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