Can a buddy system boost mental health during hormone therapy?
NCT ID NCT07354113
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a peer support program is acceptable and helpful for people with mild depression or anxiety who are starting or receiving hormone care. One hundred participants are randomly assigned to either the peer support group or usual care. The program includes one-on-one meetings, group sessions, and a medical appointment buddy over six months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
peer support group
What this could lead to
If this works, it could show that peer support is a practical way to ease mild depression and anxiety for people undergoing hormone care.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, not a large trial. It focuses on whether the program is acceptable, not on proving it works. Results may not apply to everyone.
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University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States