Please note: This trial has finished recruiting and is not accepting new participants.

Research Center: Murdoch University
Location: Australia
Lead Doctor: Dr Adrian Lopresti and Professor Peter Drummond
Ethics Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by Murdoch University Human Research Ethics Committee

Researcher Interview

 

Background

Many young Australians suffer from anxiety and/or depression. Unfortunately, current available treatments are not always effective in reducing symptoms of anxiety or depression.

Previous research in adults has shown that saffron (the spice) is an effective treatment for mild-to-moderate depression and anxiety. This study is investigating whether saffron has similar effects in teens who suffer depression and/or anxiety symptoms.

This study seeks adolescents (anywhere in Australia) aged 12 – 16 years old who periodically suffer from low mood, sadness, stress and/or anxiety. Participants are required to take capsules twice daily and must be willing to regularly communicate with the research site via phone calls, text messages or emails over an 8 week period.

Benefits of Participation

• Your child may experience an improvement in their mood and/or anxiety symptoms
• Your child will receive the saffron capsules at no cost to yourself.
• Your child will be helping to advance medical research

Your Rights

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time.
• Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your child’s health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

• Adolescents (anywhere in Australia) aged 12 – 16 years old who periodically suffer from mild to moderate depression symptoms such as low mood, sadness, stress and/or anxiety (moderate severity)
• Able to take capsules twice daily
• Not taking any medications (apart from the birth control pill)
• Able to communicate with the research site via phone calls, text messages or emails over an 8 week period