Brain training with feedback to help depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a type of brain training called amygdala neurofeedback to reduce depression symptoms. It may help by teaching your brain patterns to become less “stuck” in depression-related activity.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 55 years old
- You have a main diagnosis of depression (MDD) and you feel depressed now
- You can read and understand English questionnaires and sign consent
- You are not taking most mood/brain-affecting medicines recently (antidepressants are allowed if stable)
- You can safely do MRI scans (not claustrophobic and no MRI safety issues like metal/shrapnel)
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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