Bright light therapy study for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial studies whether daily bright light therapy can reduce depressive symptoms. It’s for adults with depression (including some with bipolar depression), and you would fill out questionnaires and be screened for safety.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 65 years old
- Have depression diagnosed by a structured interview, with an active depressive episode
- Score high enough on a depression symptom questionnaire (QIDS-SR)
- Be able to read and complete study questionnaires in Dutch or English
- Be willing and able to use the treatment safely (no major eye/skin light sensitivity problems)
- Not be pregnant (or caring for an infant under 18 months) and be able to travel as required for 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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