Clinical Validation of the Rating Scale for Psychotic Depression (RAS-PD)

October 12, 2015 updated by: Søren Dinesen Østergaard

The aim of this study is to develop a scale to measure the severity of depression with psychotic symptoms (psychotic depression). Furthermore, we hope to detect potential biomarkers (substances in the blood) which can aid in the detection of psychotic depression.

Main hypothesis: A clinically valid rating scale measuring the severity of psychotic depression can be developed.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Actual)

50

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

      • Aalborg, Denmark, 9000
        • Unit for Psychiatric Research, Aalborg Psychiatric Hospital, Aarhus University Hospital

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

18 years and older (Adult, Older Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

inpatients or outpatients at Danish Psychiatric Hospitals fulfilling criteria for unipolar depression with psychotic symptoms.

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Fulfilling ICD-10 criteria DF32.3 or DF33.3
  • At least 18 years old
  • Legally competent
  • Informed consent (oral & written)

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Insufficient Danish Language skills
  • Moderate to severe dementia
  • Abuse of psychoactive substances

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Observational Models: Cohort
  • Time Perspectives: Prospective

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Søren D Østergaard, MD, Aahus University Hospital

Publications and helpful links

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Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start

February 1, 2012

Primary Completion (Actual)

September 1, 2013

Study Completion (Actual)

September 1, 2014

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

January 21, 2012

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 21, 2012

First Posted (Estimate)

January 25, 2012

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimate)

October 14, 2015

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

October 12, 2015

Last Verified

October 1, 2015

More Information

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