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Self-Identification Program

Conduct a pilot, single-center, randomized controlled 2-arm study aimed to evaluate the impact of an in-depth 3rd wave CBT program targeting correct self-identification (3rd level of 3rd wave CBT), compared to a control group receiving an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT; (1st level of 3rd wave CBT, a well-known psychotherapy). Main judgment criteria : Therapeutic response (reduction ≥ 50% between pre and immediate post-treatment), and rate of relapse at 6 months post-therapy. Secondary objectives: Evaluate…

ClinicalTrials.gov IDNCT06183359
PhaseNA
Enrollment86
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Montpellier
Age18 Years
SexALL
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Conditions studied

Major Depressive Disorder, Third Wave Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

About this study

Conduct a pilot, single-center, randomized controlled 2-arm study aimed to evaluate the impact of an in-depth 3rd wave CBT program targeting correct self-identification (3rd level of 3rd wave CBT), compared to a control group receiving an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT; (1st level of 3rd wave CBT, a well-known psychotherapy). Main judgment criteria : Therapeutic response (reduction ≥ 50% between pre and immediate post-treatment), and rate of relapse at 6 months post-therapy. Secondary objectives: Evaluate psychological processes involved in the reduction of moral pain, diligence, ruminations, suicidal ideas, self-concept and alterations in functioning (mental and social), psychological skills.

Interventions

Primary outcomes

Eligibility information

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18 to 70 years, presenting a current major depressive episode (according to DSM 571), as part of unipolar or bipolar depressive disorder Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with a psychotic disorder * Patients with active thoughts of suicide with intention to carry out the act (C-SSRS "ideation suicidal" in the last week ≥ 4) * Inability to receive informed information about the study * Exclusion period determined by a previous study * Adult protected by law or patient under guardianship or curatorship * Not be affiliated to a French social security scheme or beneficiary of such a scheme * Not being able to give informed written consent * Pregnant or breastfeeding women * Patients under judicial protection

Study locations

Before you participate: Varda Clinical is an independent discovery tool, not the study sponsor or a medical provider. Eligibility can only be determined by the official study team. Discuss potential risks and benefits with a qualified healthcare professional.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov. Record last refreshed by Varda Clinical: 2026-09-27.