Mind Nutrition Study. Effectiveness of Improving Nutrition on Depressive Symptoms and Work Ability
Launched by SATAKUNTA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES · Jun 3, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of June 26, 2025
Not yet recruiting
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ClinConnect Summary
The Mind Nutrition Study is researching whether dietary counseling can help improve depressive symptoms and work ability among professionals who work in mental health and substance abuse. The trial aims to find out if better nutrition can lead to fewer sick days due to depression, enhance the quality of life, and improve eating habits. Participants in the study will be divided into two groups: one group will receive five sessions of dietary counseling over six months, while the other group will not receive any dietary support. Researchers will then compare the two groups to see if the counseling makes a positive difference.
To be eligible for the trial, participants must be at least 18 years old, currently work in the mental health or substance abuse field for at least six months, and be able to understand Finnish. They should also be capable of working and able to commit to the study for six months. However, individuals with severe mental health issues, certain chronic diseases, or a history of eating disorders will not be eligible. If you decide to join, you can expect to participate in sessions focused on improving your diet and overall well-being. This study could help contribute to better support for professionals in these vital fields.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Aged at least 18 year
- • Adequate Finnish language skills
- • Work-capable
- • Currently employed by Satakunta wellbeing services county for at least 6 months
- • Works in the field of mental health and substance abuse
- • Education either practical nurse, registered nurse, mental health nurse, or Bachelor of Social Services (in Finnish: Sosionomi)
- • Agrees to commit to either of the groups (intervention/control) for 6 months
- • Able to give informed consent.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Acute mental health symptoms and incapable to work
- • Terminal phase disease or unstable severe chronic disease (consultation of the doctor in charge)
- • Employed for a shorter period than 6 months
- • Has a history of an eating disorder (consultation of the doctor in charge)
- • Center for Epidemiological Studies - Depression (CES-D) score ≥16 and reduced work capacity (presenteeism) (consultation of the medical expert in mental health)
- • Substance abuse based on the AUDIT-C score (consultation of the doctor in charge)
About Satakunta University Of Applied Sciences
Satakunta University of Applied Sciences (SAMK) is a leading institution in Finland dedicated to advancing applied sciences and fostering innovation in healthcare and technology. With a strong emphasis on research and collaboration, SAMK actively engages in clinical trials that aim to enhance medical practices and improve patient outcomes. The university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct rigorous studies, contributing valuable insights to the field of healthcare. SAMK is committed to ethical research practices and the dissemination of knowledge, ensuring that its findings benefit both the scientific community and society at large.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Pori, Satakunta, Finland
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Susanna Kunvik, PhD
Principal Investigator
Senior Researcher
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported