New talk therapy aims to lift Diabetes-Related depression
NCT ID NCT07456410
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a structured psycho-social program (PSP) for adults aged 30-40 with type 2 diabetes who have mild-to-moderate mental health issues. Over 6-8 sessions, participants learn to manage stress, challenge negative thoughts, and improve daily habits. The goal is to reduce depression and diabetes distress, and improve quality of life and medication adherence.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Psycho-Social Program (behavioral intervention with 6-8 sessions of psychoeducation, cognitive restructuring, stress management, and lifestyle coaching)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this program could offer a practical, non-drug way to improve mental health and quality of life for people with type 2 diabetes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants. The program may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to people with severe mental health conditions.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Government College University Faisalabad
Faisalabad, Punjab Province, 38000, Pakistan
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