Whole-body hyperthermia for mood and anxiety disorders
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if whole-body hyperthermia (using a special heated blanket or dome) can help improve mood and anxiety symptoms in people with depression, generalized anxiety disorder, or postpartum mood disorders. It also includes healthy volunteers for comparison.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old.
- If you are a woman or transgender man who has given birth in the last 6 months, you may qualify as a healthy control or if you have postpartum depression.
- If you are an adult of any sex, you may qualify as a healthy control or if you have major depression or generalized anxiety disorder.
- You must have a BMI of 30 or lower and a waist size of 35 inches or less.
- You cannot have heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, pregnancy, recent major surgery or injury, or a condition that affects sweating.
- You must not be taking certain medications (like barbiturates, diuretics, or beta blockers) that could interact with hyperthermia.
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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