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Feasibility of a Technology-Based Intervention for Depression Referral Uptake in Cancer Survivors

NCT07091968

RecruitingNA

Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

Conditions: Cancer, Depression

Interventions: Technology-Enabled Tailored Referral

Countries: United States

Depression is very common in cancer survivors but there are challenges to linking those in need of treatment efficiently to care. In this study, investigators will test the feasibility and acceptability of a new text-based approach to connect cancer survivors with depression with care.

Eligibility overview

Sex: ALL

Age: 18 Years to —

Healthy volunteers: No

Study type: INTERVENTIONAL

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* age \> 18 years
* diagnosis of cancer
* upcoming appointment in an HCC or HCN oncology clinic within 14 days
* English proficiency
* ownership of a cellphone with SMS text capability.
* elevated depressive symptoms at screening (as measured by \> 3 on the PHQ-2)

Exclusion Criteria:

* cognitive impairment as evaluated by attending physician
* currently receiving counseling for depression

Locations (1)

Charleston, South Carolina, United States