In-Home Telehealth Depression Study

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Telemental Healthcare

• Purpose of Study– Demonstrate safety &feasibility of

In-home Telemental Healthcare.

• Why?– Establish Telemental Healthcare

as a DoD standard of care (similar to VA).

• How?– We will utilize MOVI software,

secure & approved for use by Army Medical Command for telehealth.

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Behavioral Activation

• Structured & brief evidence-based treatment for depression – 8 sessions

• Increase engagement in enjoyable & functional activities via– Values clarification– Activity monitoring &

scheduling

Adapted from the 10-session protocol by Lejuez, Hopko, Acierno, Daughters & Pagoto, 2010

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Procedures

StartIn-Person Behavioral Activation

Treatment

In-Home Behavioral Activation Treatment

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End of Treatment Interview

Follow-up Interview

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Eligibility* Criteria

INCLUSION

• Active Duty Service Members ages 18-65

• Major or Minor Depressive Disorder (we will determine diagnosis)

• High-speed internet access at home

EXCLUSION

• Current suicidal ideation with intent to act

• History of suicide attempt within past 6 months

• Active psychotic symptoms• Substance Dependence

*Eligibility is determined during an in-person interview with study staff

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How to Refer / Participate

T2 Depression Study

Contact us at:

Phone: 253.341.8876

E-mail: inhome@t2health.org