Efficacy of Triple Chronotherapy in unipolar and bipolar depression: A systematic review of the available evidence

Jul 23, 2020Journal of affective disorders

Effectiveness of combined sleep, light, and activity therapy in unipolar and bipolar depression

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Abstract

Six studies indicate that Triple Chronotherapy may improve depressive symptoms with response rates between 50% to 84%.

  • All included studies reported significant improvements in depression severity measured by HAM-D scores.
  • Three studies confirmed the efficacy of treatment during follow-up, showing response rates of 58% to 61%.
  • Remission rates varied significantly, ranging from 33.3% to 77%.
  • Reported side effects of Triple Chronotherapy were negligible across the studies.
  • Only one of the included studies utilized a control group, limiting the strength of the evidence.

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