MINDS-MS: Improving the detection and treatment of depression in multiple sclerosis

type of intervention

Observational: Lived experience focus

recruitment status

Recruiting

region

ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

type of ms

All forms of MS, Primary progressive MS, Relapsing MS, Relapsing remitting MS, Secondary progressive MS

Brief summary

This research will assess knowledge, current practices, barriers and required supports to improve the detection and treatment of depression in people with MS. It assesses this from the perspective of what people with MS have experienced and believe will assist to improve healthcare support. This information will be used to develop tools, resources and guidelines that will be assessed for use in MS healthcare services.
Participation, including further information and consent, is available via the following link:

https://monash.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cCR79T0VNhNk6AS

Inclusion criteria

• A diagnosis of MS (any type)
• Ability to complete an online survey in English

Exclusion criteria

People who do not meet the inclusion criteria

Anticipated start date

Already started.

Recruitment contacts

Dr Lisa Grech: 0410 947 444 or lisa.grech@monash.edu

Further details

Full details of the trial can be found on the ANZCTR clinical trials database (ACTRN12622000543785) or clinicaltrials.gov.

Region

Australia wide

Ethics approval

Yes

Last updated

21/04/2022

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