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Could a simple talk therapy reduce depression and neglect in vulnerable seniors?

NCT ID NCT06910267

Symptom relief Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether a type of talk therapy called behavioral activation, delivered via video call, can help older adults who are involved with Adult Protective Services due to neglect or self-neglect. The therapy aims to reduce depression and apathy, and improve daily activities. Fifty participants will receive either standard APS services or the therapy sessions, and researchers will measure changes in mood and self-care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Behavioral Activation therapy delivered via telehealth
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a practical, evidence-based treatment option for depression in older adults experiencing neglect or self-neglect.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The therapy requires active participation and access to a device for telehealth.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 50 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

May 2026

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * APS Case in APS Region VI- Must have open case * PHQ 9 score- Must have score of nine (9) or more Exclusion Criteria: * Previous mental health diagnosis of bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, and moderate to severe dementia * Assessment of Consent Proxy- Those who need assessment of consent proxy * Suicidal Intent (as indexed by PhQ-9 question 9)- Those scoring 2 or 3 * Current Alcohol and Drug Dependency- As evidenced by Cut down, Annoyed, Guilty, and Eye-opener (CAGE) score of 3 or more

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Depression in old age

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

    RECRUITING

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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