Could a fitbit and phone coaching help women with depression stay sober?

NCT ID NCT04667520

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Butler Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a lifestyle physical activity program, supported by a Fitbit and phone counseling, can help women with depression who are in alcohol treatment reduce their risk of relapse. Participants are randomly assigned to either receive the full program or just a Fitbit. The goal is to see if increasing daily movement can improve sobriety, mood, and overall well-being.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Lifestyle Physical Activity (LPA) program with Fitbit monitoring
What this could lead to: If effective, this approach could offer a low-cost, non-drug way to help women with depression reduce alcohol relapse and improve mental health.
What could go wrong: The trial is relatively small and tests a behavioral intervention, which may not work for everyone. Results depend on participant motivation and adherence.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse Depression depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALCOHOL USE DISORDER DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Butler Hospital

Providence, Rhode Island, 02906, United States

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