scholarly journals Effects of exercise and horticultural intervention on the brain and mental health in older adults with depressive symptoms and memory problems: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial [UMIN000018547]

Trials ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyuma Makizako ◽  
Kota Tsutsumimoto ◽  
Takehiko Doi ◽  
Ryo Hotta ◽  
Sho Nakakubo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Memory Problems ◽  
The Brain

scholarly journals Exercise and Horticultural Programs for Older Adults with Depressive Symptoms and Memory Problems: A Randomized Controlled Trial

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hyuma Makizako ◽  
Kota Tsutsumimoto ◽  
Takehiko Doi ◽  
Keitaro Makino ◽  
Sho Nakakubo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Exercise Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Memory Problems

Depressive symptoms and memory problems are risk factors for dementia. Exercise can reduce these in older people, and horticultural activity can benefit people with dementia. This study assessed the efficacy of exercise and horticultural interventions for community-dwelling older adults with depressive symptoms and mild memory decline. In this randomized controlled trial, older adults (n = 89) were assigned to exercise, horticultural, or control groups. Exercise and horticultural programs included 20 weekly 90-min sessions. The control group attended two 90-min classes. Outcomes were assessed at baseline, and then 6- and 12-months post-intervention. Primary outcome measures were the Geriatric Depression Scale-15 (GDS-15) and Wechsler Memory Scale-Revised. Walking speed, two-minute walking test scores, social network, life space, and subjective daily physical activity were secondary outcome measures. Compared with the control group, the exercise group obtained higher immediate and delayed recall logical memory scores, and the increase in immediate recall scores remained 12-months post-intervention. Two-minute walking performance improved in the exercise group, but not after 12 months. GDS-15 scores showed no significant improvements. The horticultural and control groups showed no differences. Exercise may improve memory, while horticultural activity may not. The effects of exercise and horticultural interventions on depressive symptoms remain unclear.

scholarly journals The postcard intervention against depression among community-dwelling older adults: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Trials ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hissei Imai ◽  
Toshiaki A Furukawa ◽  
Kiyohito Okumiya ◽  
Taizo Wada ◽  
Eriko Fukutomi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Community Dwelling ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Community Dwelling Older Adults

scholarly journals Efficacy of a Web-Enabled, School-Based, Preventative Intervention to Reduce Bullying and Improve Mental Health in Children and Adolescents: Study Protocol for a Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Covadonga M. Díaz-Caneja ◽  
Javier Martín-Babarro ◽  
Renzo Abregú-Crespo ◽  
Miguel Á. Huete-Diego ◽  
Marta Giménez-Dasí ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Bullying Victimization ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
School Based ◽  
Cluster Randomized

Introduction: Bullying is a major preventable risk factor for mental disorders. Available evidence suggests school-based interventions reduce bullying prevalence rates. This study aims to test the efficacy of a web-enabled, school-based, multicomponent anti-bullying intervention to prevent school bullying and to assess its effects on mental health and quality of life.Methods and analysis: Cluster randomized controlled trial conducted in 20 publicly funded primary and secondary schools in Madrid, Spain. Schools are randomly allocated to either the intervention arm (n = 10) or conventional practices arm (n = 10). The web-enabled intervention (LINKlusive) lasts ~12 weeks and consists of three main components: (i) an online training program for teachers and parents, (ii) a web-guided educational program for students, focusing on promoting respect for diversity, empathy, and social skill development, and (iii) a web-guided, teacher-delivered, targeted intervention program for bullying situations identified based on peer-support strategies and individual intervention for those involved (i.e., bullying victims and perpetrators). The primary objective is to compare differences between peer-reported bullying victimization in the intervention and control arms at the end of the intervention. Secondary outcome measures are additional measures of bullying victimization and perpetration, mental health symptoms, self-esteem, and quality of life. A follow-up assessment is conducted 1 year after the end of the intervention. Treatment effects will be tested using multilevel mixed models, adjusting for school-, classroom-, and student-related covariates. Considering the increased bullying rates in children with special educational needs, a specific subgroup analysis will test the efficacy of the intervention on bullying prevalence, mental health, and quality of life in this particularly vulnerable population.Ethics and Dissemination: The Deontology Commission of the School of Psychology, Universidad Complutense in Madrid, Spain reviewed the study protocol and granted ethical approval on 21st January 2019. The results of the trial will be disseminated in relevant peer-reviewed journals and at conferences in the field.Trial Registration Number: ISRCTN15719015.

scholarly journals Correction to: A multicomponent intervention for the management of chronic pain in older adults: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Trials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sheung-Tak Cheng ◽  
Ka Long Chan ◽  
Rosanna W. L. Lau ◽  
Monique H. T. Mok ◽  
Phoon Ping Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Multicomponent Intervention

scholarly journals Correction to: A manual-based family intervention for families living with the consequences of traumatic injury to the brain or spinal cord: a study protocol of a randomized controlled trial

Trials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pernille Langer Soendergaard ◽  
Mia Moth Wolffbrandt ◽  
Fin Biering-Sørensen ◽  
Malin Nordin ◽  
Trine Schow ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Spinal Cord ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Traumatic Injury ◽  
Family Intervention ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
The Brain

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scholarly journals A randomized controlled trial to evaluate the efficacy of metacognitive training for people with schizophrenia applied by mental health nurses: Study protocol

2019 ◽  
Vol 76 (1) ◽  
pp. 356-363 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lara Manuela Guedes Pinho ◽  
Carlos Alberto da Cruz Sequeira ◽  
Francisco Miguel Correia Sampaio ◽  
Nuno Barbosa Rocha ◽  
Carmen Ferre‐Grau
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Study Protocol ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Mental Health Nurses ◽  
Metacognitive Training ◽  
Randomized Controlled

scholarly journals A digital mental health intervention to reduce depressive symptoms among overseas Filipino workers: protocol for a pilot hybrid type 1 effectiveness-implementation randomized controlled trial

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrian Liem ◽  
Melissa R. Garabiles ◽  
Karmia A. Pakingan ◽  
Wen Chen ◽  
Agnes Iok Fong Lam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Randomized Controlled Trial ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Health Intervention ◽  
Anxiety Symptoms ◽  
Mental Health Intervention ◽  
Randomized Controlled ◽  
Hybrid Type

Abstract Background The current pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) protocol will comprehensively describe the implementation of a culturally adapted Filipino version of the World Health Organization Step-by-Step (SbS-F) program, unguided online psychological intervention for people with depression based on behavioral activation, among overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Macao (Special Administrative Region). The main objective of this pilot study is to explore the preliminary effectiveness of the SbS-F program to decrease participant-reported depressive symptoms compared to enhanced care as usual (ECAU); and the secondary objectives are to explore the preliminary effectiveness of the SbS-F to decrease participant-reported anxiety symptoms and improve wellbeing, and to evaluate the potential for SbS-F implementation in real-world settings. Methods This trial will follow an effectiveness-implementation hybrid type 1 trial design and utilize the Reach, Efficacy/Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance (RE-AIM) framework to accelerate the translation of clinical research into more effective implementation strategies and policies. Participants will be randomized 1:1 to control and treatment groups. Control group participants will receive ECAU that consists of brief depression psychoeducation and referral to local community partners. Treatment group participants will receive a 5-session of digital intervention through a mobile phone application. The primary outcome (depression) and psychological secondary outcomes (anxiety symptoms and wellbeing) will be measured using validated instruments. To evaluate study implementation, an embedded mixed-methods design will be used to collect data from various stakeholders. Data then will be analyzed using intention to treat principle and reported following the Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) guideline. Discussion This study will provide important new knowledge about the preliminary effectiveness of SbS-F, a mobile application, as a digital mental health intervention and its scalability. If SbS-F shows positive results among OFWs in Macao, it has strong potential to be used by OFWs in other countries that may also experience depression and difficulty accessing mental health services. Trial registration Prospective registration, Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR2000034959) on 26/07/2020.

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