Brain stimulation for self-harm in teens with depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of brain stimulation (called aiTBS) that uses magnetic pulses to help reduce self-harm and suicidal thoughts in teens with depression. It's for teens who are in the hospital and have been hurting themselves on purpose.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 12 to 18 years old and have a parent or guardian who can help with the study for 3 months.
- You have been diagnosed with major depression (clinical depression).
- You are currently in the hospital and have hurt yourself on purpose (like cutting, burning, or hitting) at least two times in the week before you were admitted.
- You do not have other major mental health conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or ADHD.
- You do not have a history of seizures or epilepsy in yourself or your close family.
- You are not taking certain medications like high doses of benzodiazepines, theophylline, or stimulants.
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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