New virtual program aims to prevent postpartum depression in LGBTQ+ parents
NCT ID NCT07607613
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This pilot study will test a 10-session virtual group program called Parents and Babies, designed to prevent postpartum depression in LGBTQ+ parents. The program teaches coping skills based on cognitive-behavioral therapy. Researchers will enroll 16 LGBTQ+ individuals who are pregnant or within one year of childbirth and have mild depression symptoms or risk factors. The goal is to see if the program is feasible, acceptable, and helpful for mental health.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Parents and Babies Virtual Group Intervention (behavioral therapy program)
- What this could lead to
- If this pilot succeeds, it could lead to a larger study testing whether this program effectively prevents postpartum depression in LGBTQ+ parents.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 16 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is not yet testing for full effectiveness, only feasibility and acceptability.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 16 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Aug 2026
- Expected to finish
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Apr 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- 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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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * self-identify as LGBTQ+ * 18 years old or older * live in the USA or territories * speak and understand English * Currently pregnant or within one year of childbirth * Endorse current mild depressive symptoms or risk factors for postpartum depression Exclusion Criteria: * Are unable to consent/have impaired decision making capacity * Have current active suicidal or homicidal ideation, active psychosis, or current mania * Are currently experiencing a severe depressive episode * Do not have audio and/or video capacity for attending group sessions remotely.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Northwestern University
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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