Preliminary Efficacy Trial of a Digital Intervention for Depression and Cannabis Use

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorMassachusetts General Hospital

About this trial

The purpose of this study is to examine the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a digital intervention for co-occurring cannabis use and depression. Participants will be randomized to complete Amplification of Positivity - Cannabis Use (AMP-C) or symptom tracking. The main outcomes will include changes in depressive symptoms and cannabis use, as well as usability ratings.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Aged ≥ 18 years

Resides in the United States

Able to read and understand English and willing to provide informed consent/comply with the study protocol

Moderate depressive symptom severity, as indicated by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)

Disqualifiers

History of a psychotic disorder or bipolar disorder type I/II

Active suicidal ideation or intent based on the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale

Current psychotherapy engagement

Changes in psychotropic medication within six weeks of the start of study

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Amplification of Positivity - Cannabis Use (AMP-C)

Treatment groups

80 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators

Massachusetts General Hospital

Lead sponsor

National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

Collaborator