Digital treatment for low motivation in older adults with depression
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a digital therapy to improve apathy (feeling unmotivated or “checked out”) in people age 60+ who have depression. It also uses brain imaging (MRI) and questionnaires to see whether the treatment helps brain function linked to motivation.
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Who can take part
- Be age 60 or older
- Have depression (major depressive disorder) without hallucinations or delusions
- Have a moderate-to-severe depression score and clinically significant apathy
- Be able to stay on the same antidepressant dose (or be off antidepressants) for required time windows
- Be able to do an MRI and participate using an English computer/tablet with Wi‑Fi
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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