Study of brain and mood in people with depression or bipolar disorder
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study is following and assessing people with major depression or bipolar disorder to better understand the condition and how the brain relates to symptoms. It may help researchers develop more targeted support by comparing brain and health information over time.
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Who can take part
- Ages 16 to 65, and both biological parents are Han nationality
- A clinician diagnosed you with a depressive episode from DSM-5 major depressive disorder or bipolar disorder
- You have not taken mood/psychiatric medicines (like antidepressants, antipsychotics, or mood stabilizers) in the past month
- You have not taken immune-related medicines in the past month, and no recent infections of the lungs/urinary tract/digestive system
- No history of schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, dementia, or significant memory/thinking problems
- You can take part safely in MRI scans (no MRI contraindications) and can follow instructions with a guardian if needed
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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