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Alfred: iSPOT-D Study

iSPOT-D Study      International Study to Predict Optimised Treatment – in Depression

Little is known about how to treat depression and most depressed individuals often take a number of medications to find out which medication best suits them. iSPOT-D is a large international study to find out who will respond to which antidepressant.

The principal aim is to get the prescription right the first time. You may be eligible if you are aged 18–65 and have already been diagnosed or suspect you have depression. The study involves two testing sessions and seven telephone check-ins within 12 months. You will also provide a blood sample to the researchers and receive treatment from you own doctor. Participants will be reimbursed for their time.

If you are interested call Clíona Fitzpatrick at Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre on 03 9076 8045 or email c.fitzpatrick@alfred.org.au.