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Structured Group Therapy in Reducing Depression and Anxiety in Pakistan

This study is not yet recruiting. It focuses on depression and currently lists study information in Pakistan.

Depression, AnxietyOtherFrom 18 Years to 65 Years
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In plain English

Key information made simple

This study is looking at whether cognitive behavioural therapy can help people with Depression in or Anxiety. Participants take part in cognitive behavioural therapy and complete follow-up assessments. Taking part may give some people access to cognitive behavioural therapy, but direct benefit is not guaranteed.

What to expect

Your next step

The official record suggests in-person participation through a research setting, with sites including Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists in Lahore. Participation appears to involve guided sessions or support activities with check-ins on how they fit into daily life. The main fit is usually matching the main diagnosis and being able to follow the planned visits or tasks, while common reasons not to take part include active substance or alcohol problems that could affect the results and major medical issues that could make participation unsuitable. The official record does not list a formal phase, which usually means this is focused more on feasibility, delivery, or support than a standard drug-development stage.

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Study clarity

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Study start dateEstimated: November 2025
Recruitment status
Not Yet Recruiting
Estimated enrollment
Not clearly listed
Sponsor
Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists
Sponsor type
Non-profit organization
Study type
Other
Intervention type
Behavioral / psychological / psychosocial
Study phase
Not clearly listed
Locations
Pakistan
Age range
From 18 Years to 65 Years
Official registry ID
NCT07239388
Official source
Official registry link

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Why this study may matter

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.

In practice

For you

Taking part may help improve understanding of your condition.

It requires regular follow-up, often through questionnaires or interviews.

Requires travel, with in-person participation in Pakistan.

Important

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

This study is exploring behavioral or lifestyle intervention 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.

What is a behavioral study?

This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study. Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.

Do I need to want to stop or reduce tobacco use to participate?

The public registry appears to mention tobacco, nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, or another addiction-related topic. Ask the study team whether you need to want to stop, reduce, already be abstinent, or simply meet use-related criteria. Eligibility must be confirmed by the study team.

What would I likely need to do?

You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. 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 this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?

Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. 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 Pakistan Association of Cognitive Therapists, which appears to be a non-profit organization. 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 this study has not started recruiting yet. You can check the planned start date and available contacts.

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