The Kunshan Elderly Health Study
This study is active but not recruiting. It focuses on depression and currently lists study information in China.
Key information made simple
This observational study is following people with depression to understand outcomes over time. Participants are followed over time so researchers can learn from clinical and follow-up information. This study may not offer a new treatment, and its main value is helping researchers learn from follow-up information that may improve future care.
Your next step
The official record suggests in-person participation through a university, with sites including Kunshan Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Participation appears to center on questionnaires, assessments, or follow-up information rather than a study treatment. The main fit is usually meeting the main study requirements, while common reasons not to take part include other factors that could make participation unsuitable and major medical issues that could make participation unsuitable. The official record does not list a trial phase, which usually means the study is focused on observation rather than testing a staged treatment.
Questions to ask before joining
- What are the exact eligibility criteria, and what could exclude someone?
- How many visits, assessments, or follow-ups are expected, and over what period?
- What risks, side effects, practical burdens, or alternatives should be understood first?
- Who should be contacted to confirm locations, timing, compensation, and next steps?
Things to check before joining
- Recruitment status
- Active Not Recruiting
- Estimated enrollment
- Not clearly listed
- Sponsor
- Soochow University
- Sponsor type
- University
- Study type
- Other
- Intervention type
- Interview / survey / observational
- Study phase
- Not clearly listed
- Locations
- China
- Age range
- Over 65 Years
- Official registry ID
- NCT05141565
- Official source
- Official registry link
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Key study information
- Official title
- The Kunshan Elderly Health Study
- Condition
- Depression, Cardiovascular Diseases, ...
- Study status
- Active Not Recruiting
- Sponsor / lead affiliation
- Soochow University
- Location / country
- China
- Registry
- ClinicalTrials.gov
- External trial ID
- NCT05141565
Why this study may matter
This study may matter because it adds public evidence around depression. HopeStage presents it as a starting point for understanding the study, checking the official source, and preparing questions with a care team.
For you
Taking part may help improve understanding of your condition.
It requires regular visits and structured follow-up.
Requires travel, with in-person participation in China.
Not medical advice
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Questions about this study
What is this study trying to understand?
This study is exploring observational follow-up for people with depression. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.
Is this an interview, survey, or observational study?
This appears to be a interview / survey / observational study. Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.
Who might this study be for?
This study may concern people with depression; age range: Over 65 Years. The criteria appear fairly specific, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.
What would I likely need to do?
You may need to answer questionnaires or take part in interviews. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.
Could the questions feel emotionally difficult or personal?
If the study involves interviews or questionnaires, some questions may feel personal or emotionally sensitive. Ask whether you can skip questions, pause, stop, and how your answers will be protected. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.
Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?
The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.
Who is behind this study?
This study is sponsored by Soochow University, which appears to be a university. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.
Can I still join this study?
The registry indicates that the study is active but not currently recruiting. This usually means participants may already be involved, but new participants may not be accepted.
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