40 Hz light therapy for adults with depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies whether daily 40 Hz light stimulation can reduce symptoms of major depression. You’d use a light device for about an hour each day for 6 weeks, while researchers track changes in depression severity.
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Who can take part
- You’re age 18 to 75
- You have a current major depressive episode (you’re actively feeling depressed)
- Your depression severity score is above 21 at screening (MDI > 21)
- You’ve been on stable depression medication and/or therapy for at least 4 weeks
- You can use the light device about 1 hour per day for 6 weeks and follow the visit schedule
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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