Brain scan targeting to improve specific depression symptoms
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses brain-signal targeting (likely with MRI) to see whether it can improve certain symptoms of depression. You may be able to join if you’re 18–65 and currently have a depressive episode, and if you can safely complete the scan.
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Who can take part
- You’re between 18 and 65 years old
- You can understand the study and sign consent
- If you join as a patient, you’re currently in a major depressive episode
- You cannot have bipolar (mania/hypomania) or a primary psychotic disorder
- You must not have certain brain or seizure history, and you must be safe for MRI
- You must avoid metal/implants that don’t mix with MRI, and you can’t be pregnant
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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