Cognitive Behavioral and Faith Fellowship to Improve Thy Health
Investigators will examine the efficacy of a faith-based depression intervention, in reducing symptoms of depression among African American adults in Wisconsin. Twelve church groups, each with 10 people (N=120) will be invited to participate. This intervention will be the first evidence-based, faith-based intervention designed for African Americans if validated.
- EligibilityCriteria: Inclusion Criteria:  self-identify as an African American man or woman are ages 18 and older have symptoms of major depressive disorder, as evidenced by score of 10 and higher from the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).  Exclusion Criteria:  major psychotic illnesses, such as schizophrenia; current participation in psychotherapy current suicidal ideations (trained staff will conduct a suicide risk assessment and facilitate referral for appropriate care). Medication stabilization. Eligible participants who report recent changes to their psychiatric medications (i.e., initiation of a new medication, change in dose or type of medication) will delay their study enrollment for a stabilization period of 4 weeks. Baseline data collection will be re-administered - HealthyVolunteers: No - Gender: All - MinimumAge: 18 Years - StdAgeList: Adult, Older Adult