New virtual program aims to prevent postpartum depression in LGBTQ+ parents
NCT ID NCT07607613
First seen May 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 7 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.
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Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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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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