P4D study
In the P4D study, we are researching how the treatment of depression can be individualized in order to prevent severe disease progression at an early stage and achieve the best possible therapeutic results.
Why is the P4D study so important?
Depression manifests itself differently in each person, which is why individual treatment approaches are required. Currently, however, those affected are usually treated according to a standardized scheme - often with medication and/or psychotherapy. However, these approaches only help around half of patients. For example, the first antidepressant administered only works for around one in four to five sufferers and can also have severe side effects. In future, personalized approaches will be used to determine which treatment is best suited to whom at the start of treatment - which is why research projects such as P4D are necessary.
What does the P4D study stand for?
The study aims to identify different subtypes of depression in order to improve the quality of life of those affected more quickly in the future and prevent depression from becoming chronic.
How can you benefit from participating in the P4D study?
We will examine you in detail and can specify the psychiatric diagnosis; you will receive MRI (brain) and PSG (sleep analysis) results.
How can you take part in the P4D study?
If you are interested, please contact us first. You will then be informed in detail about the study, the advantages and disadvantages will be explained to you and all your questions about the study will be answered. You will be given time to think about it. You will then sign the consent form and we will check whether you meet all the necessary criteria, e.g. only 18 - 70-year-olds who require inpatient treatment can take part in the study.
How does the P4D study work for you?
At the beginning, you will be examined in detail. This includes a detailed initial psychological/psychiatric interview, an EEG, an MRI and a PSG, as well as a blood sample, many questionnaires and cognitive testing. These examinations all take place in the first week. After about six weeks, we repeat all the examinations.
