Who is eligible for clinical trial NCT03870360?

Participants must meet protocol criteria for Depression. Confirm exact inclusion and exclusion requirements with the study coordinator.

Does clinical trial NCT03870360 provide travel or cost reimbursement?

Check with the site coordinator at the participating facility for travel and lodging stipend availability, and for which routine-care costs are covered.

🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-05-13

Preventing Anxiety and Depression in Older Hispanics (NCT03870360)

🔵 Active, Not Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Miami

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this study is to look at the best ways to prevent anxiety and depression in older Latino adults who are at risk for developing anxiety and depression. Participants will be randomized to either a health promotion intervention or a healthy lifestyles education program.

Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (8 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (14 items).

Location: University of Miami — Miami, Florida

📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Check every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).

Latino (self-identified);
Age 60+;
Subthreshold depression defined as a score ≥ 5 on the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), OR subthreshold anxiety as defined as a score ≥ 5 on the GAD-7;
Do not meet criteria for current MDD or GAD as indicated by the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Inventory (MINI);
Voluntary informed consent for participation in the study by the participant or by the participant's legally designated guardian or conservator;
Medical clearance for participation in a health promotion intervention by a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse practitioner;
Not taking steroidal or anti-inflammatory medication (including NSAIDs) within 2 weeks of treatment randomization;
Expect to be resident in Miami for the subsequent 2 years.

Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:

Exclusion Criteria:
Have met criteria for major depressive disorder or generalized anxiety disorder within the past 12 months;
Have met criteria for alcohol or other substance abuse disorders within the past 12 months;
Are currently receiving antidepressant medication or participating in other mental health treatment;
Have a lifetime history of bipolar disorder or other psychotic disorder including major depression with psychotic features;
Have a diagnosis of any neurodegenerative disorder or dementia (Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, vascular, frontotemporal dementia, etc.) or significant cognitive impairment as indicated by a Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE) score \<24;
Are current tobacco smokers since smoking influences systemic inflammation;
Have contraindications to physical activity outlined in the American College of Sports Medicine standards;
Have high suicide risk, i.e., intent or plan to attempt suicide in the near future (a response of "yes" to questions 3, 4, and/or 5 on the Paykel Questionnaire;
Are unable to complete 10 m walk test;
Currently residing in a nursing or group home;
Have a terminal physical illness expected to result in the death within one year;

🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

University of Miami — Miami, Florida

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

🏛️ View Official NIH Record ↗