Online therapy shows promise for new moms battling postpartum depression
NCT ID NCT07384273
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding an internet-based therapy program (iCARE) to standard care helps reduce symptoms of postpartum depression more than standard care alone. About 352 new mothers in Denmark who gave birth within the last 6 months and have mild to moderate depression symptoms will participate. The therapy combines cognitive behavioral therapy with acceptance and commitment therapy, delivered online so mothers can use it at home.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 352 people
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- Started
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Feb 2026
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2028
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Given birth within 6 months * Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) score above 7 * ≥age 18 * Access to the internet Exclusion Criteria: * Do not understand Danish language, * Substance abuse or dependence * Alcohol abuse, defined by a weekly consumption of alcohol exceeding 10 units * A diagnosis of schizophrenia, other psychotic disorders or in immediate need of psychiatric treatment.
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Locations
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Research Unit of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark
RECRUITINGOdense, 5250, Denmark
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