New blended program aims to boost recovery after depression

NCT ID NCT05440812

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested an 8-week program called STAIRS for people recovering from depression. The program combines group meetings with homework exercises to help improve personal recovery and daily functioning. 36 adults in the final phase of depression treatment took part. The goal was to see if adding STAIRS to usual care leads to better personal recovery than usual care alone.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: STAIRS program (storytelling and training to advance individual recovery skills)
What this could lead to: If it works, this program could help people recovering from depression feel better in their daily lives and achieve a fuller personal recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program is added to usual care, so its specific benefit is uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder major depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

GGZ Drenthe

Assen, Drenthe, 9401PJ, Netherlands
University Medical Center Groningen

Groningen, Provincie Groningen, 9713GZ, Netherlands

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