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HeaD-ON: Patients sought for trial

Does your patient suffer from recurrent headaches/migraines and co-morbid depression?

Please consider referring them to the HeaD-ON project, a randomised control trial of CBT designed for individuals suffering from chronic headache/migraine and co-morbid depression,

We are seeking participants aged 18+ who have been diagnosed with frequent or chronic tension type headache and/or migraine (with or without aura). Participants will be randomized in one of two groups:

  • Treatment condition- Individuals will receive CBT for chronic headache and co-morbid depression across 12, weekly, 50-minute sessions by a registered clinical psychologist who has received specialised training in the delivery of CBT for headaches and depression.
  • Control condition- Participants will be managed by their nominated GP as they would in the absence of the study, with small variations. After 12-weeks those individuals in the control condition can receive treatment if they still suffer from chronic headaches and co-morbid depression.

For further information or to refer a patient, please contact the HeaD-ON team:

Dr. Rachele Aiello  9594 1483
or Maria Lawlor  9594 1465