Phone therapy for depression shows promise in small study

NCT ID NCT01324648

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aimed to see if a telephone-supported self-help program called Bounce Back could help people with mild to moderate depression. Participants used cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) materials at home with coaching over the phone. The study was stopped early and only included 20 adults, so results are limited.

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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.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network

    Calgary, Alberta, T3G0B4, Canada

  • Chinook Primary Care Network

    Chinook Valley, Alberta, T1J013, Canada

  • University of British Columbia

    Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T2A1, Canada