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Depression relapse prevention study: Depression Awareness Recovery Effectiveness (DARE)

Published: 23 April 2008

Chief Investigator: Professor Graham Meadows

This NHMRC-funded study will examine whether depressive relapse can be prevented in people with recurrent depression by comparing mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) with usual treatment plus active symptom monitoring.

Inclusion criteria:

• Aged 18-75 years
• Fluent in English
• At least three previous episodes of major depression
• Not currently depressed

Participants can continue their usual treatment including antidepressant medication if prescribed.

For further information contact the DARE team on +61 3 9554 1585 or 0400 665 676 or dare@med.monash.edu.au.