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Using Phone Calls and Positive Mobile Messages to Support New Mothers and Reduce Postnatal Depression

Effectiveness of a Mobile-Based Intervention Using Telephonic Support and Digital Media Messaging in Reducing Postpartum Depression: A Randomized Controlled Trial. - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2025/11/097881
Enrollment
140
Registered
2025-11-21
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2025-12-08

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: Mobile-based health messaging intervention: Participants in the intervention arm will receive 6 weeks of intervention: mobile-based health messages related to mental health awareness, c

Sponsors

Government Medical College Gondia
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1 Postpartum females within 4 weeks of delivery 2 Aged 18 years or older 3 Able to provide informed consent and participate in WhatsApp groups

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1 Pre-existing psychiatric disorders. 2 Severe medical comorbidities. 3 Currently undergoing psychotherapy or pharmacological treatment for depression.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Reduction in postpartum depression scores (EPDS)Timepoint: At baseline six weeks 12 weeks and 24 weeks—

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Change in maternal self-efficacy (confidence and ability in managing postpartum demands)Timepoint: 6, 12, and 24 weeks after enrollment/intervention—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Abdul Rahman Akbar

Government Medical College, Gondia

akbarabdulrahman1996@gmail.com7305279368

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026