Sleep Timing, Mood, and Brain Circuits in Teens With Depression
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This study looks at how sleep timing affects brain function related to mood and “pleasure” in teenagers who have depressive symptoms. It may help researchers understand why depression and reduced interest/pleasure can happen, and how sleep patterns might be a key factor.
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Who can take part
- Be between 14 and 18 years old and currently in high school
- Have a sleep schedule that is either “short and late” or “long and early” most weekdays
- Have had at least 2 stressful or hard events in your life
- Have depressive symptoms that are in the study’s required severity range
- Be able to speak and understand English well enough for study tasks
- Be willing and able to do MRI brain scans and bright-light parts of the study
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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