Mechanisms of Rumination Change in Adolescent Depression (RuMeChange): Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial of Rumination-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Reduce Ruminative Habit and Risk of Depressive Relapse in High-Ruminating Adolescents
Henrietta Roberts, Rachel H. Jacobs, Katie L. Bessette, Sheila E. Crowell, Mindy Westlund-Schreiner, Leah Thomas, Rebecca E. Easter, Stephanie L. Pocius, Alina Dillahunt, Summer Frandsen, Briana Schubert, Brian Farstead, Patricia Kerig, Robert C. Welsh, David Jago, Scott A. Langenecker and Edward R. Watkins
Clinical trails have demonstrated that RF-CBT reduces depressive symptoms and relapse rates in patients with elevated ruminations. This protocol gives insight on what the study will address and how it will investigate further how RF-CBT works to promote healthy thinking in teenagers. To see the full article, click the link below.
