STUDY OVERVIEW
Depression affects up to 50% of adults with multiple sclerosis (MS), but treatments can be challenging to access. When treatment is not available, self-management strategies can help to reduce depressive symptoms. This project builds on the existing My MSToolkit, a free web-based self-management program for MS-related pain, fatigue, and mood.
This study adds a depression-specific module to My MSToolkit, developed with assistance from our Community Advisory Board. This new module will include self-assessment tools, depression self-management skills, tailored resources, and guidance on accessing mental health care.
We are recruiting 110 adults with MS and depressive symptoms for a randomized controlled trial of this depression self-management module.
THIS STUDY IS NOT YET RECRUITING.
WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO?
- Participants will be randomly assigned to either the My MSToolkit or usual care group.
- Over 4 months, the My MSToolkit group will have access to the online tool and will be instructed to explore all aspects of the program.
- Those in the usual care group will be offered the opportunity to access and explore the Toolkit after completing the study.
- Complete three online surveys.
- Up to $75 total compensation provided.
TO BE ELIGIBLE ONE MUST
- be 18 years of age or older
- have a diagnosis of MS
- experience depressive symptoms
- be able to read and speak English
- not be participating in another clinical trial
- have access to an internet-connected device for accessing the intervention
CONTACT
For more information, contact study staff at msstudy@uw.edu or (206) 598-0501.
STUDY INFORMATION
Dawn Ehde, PhD is the lead investigator of this study.
IRB Study ID: STUDY00023270 Date approved: 06/20/2025
