Subclinical depression Depressive symptoms
Conditions
Interventions
The STARr-training is a modular prevention program based on cognitive behavioral therapy for youth with depressive symptoms. The STARr-training consists of four modules that are based on the elements
In the current study, we assess the simplified, adapted STARr training. The workbooks contain less text, written at a B1 level, and include more examples that are more inclusive of cultural background
Sponsors
Zorgonderzoek Nederland (ZON)
Eligibility
Age
12 Years to 64 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: To be eligible to participate in this study, a subject needs to meet the following criteria: • Aged between 12 and 20 years old; • Register for the STARr training at one of the two organizations• Provided informed consent (if a participant is between 12 and 16 years old, their parent(s) should also provide consent)
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: A subject who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study: • When acute and severe suicidal thoughts and/or intentions occur, expressed as a score of 2 on CDI-2 item ‘a desire to kill oneself, if given the chance’ followed by a total score of 12 or higher on the suicide items of the VOZZ, the researcher will share this with the trainer. After that, the protocol of the organizations regarding suicidal ideation and intent will be followed. The participants are informed about sharing this information in the information letter and are asked for consent in the informed consent letter.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The primary outcome of the study is the mean level difference of depressive symptoms between the baseline phase and the effect phase. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary outcomes are mean level differences of anxiety, stress, and individual and societal functioning. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Contacts
Public ContactD. Bodden
Universiteit Utrecht
Outcome results
None listed