Combined Illness Management and Psychotherapy in Treating Depressed Elders
| Status: | Completed |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Depression, Cardiology, Pulmonary |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Cardiology / Vascular Diseases, Psychiatry / Psychology, Pulmonary / Respiratory Diseases |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | 55 - Any |
| Updated: | 4/6/2017 |
| Start Date: | February 2011 |
| End Date: | October 2016 |
The purpose of this research study is to test a program developed to help patients with
chronic heart or lung problems take care of themselves and cope with their illness or
limitations.
chronic heart or lung problems take care of themselves and cope with their illness or
limitations.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age 55 years or older
- Diagnosis of Heart Failure or COPD
- Depressive symptoms indicated by a BDI-II score of 10 or higher
- Functional impairment
Exclusion Criteria:
- Current psychotherapy
- Cognitive Impairment
- Psychiatric diagnosis
- Active suicidal thoughts
- Significant vision or hearing impairment
- Residence in long term care facility
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sites
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