New depression care model shows promise in Malawi's HIV clinics
NCT ID NCT04777006
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a stepped care model for depression in 14 HIV clinics in Malawi. 487 adults with moderate to severe depression received group counseling and, if needed, antidepressant medication. The goal was to see if this approach could reduce depression symptoms and improve overall health. The study also looked at whether the program was cost-effective for use in low-resource settings.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 4
Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.
- Participants
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487 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2021
- Finished
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Jun 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Attendance at integrated chronic care centers (IC3) in Neno District, Malawi * Adult, age 18 or older Exclusion Criteria: * Psychosis, or indication of other Axis I psychiatric illness
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Partners In Health
Neno, Neno District, Malawi
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