Biological rhythms for perinatal mental health
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether understanding your body's daily rhythms (like sleep and activity) can help treat depression after childbirth. If you are 4-6 weeks postpartum and have been diagnosed with postnatal depression, this could be an option for you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 4 and 6 weeks after giving birth.
- You have been diagnosed with postpartum depression (scoring above 10 on a depression questionnaire).
- You have a current depressive episode confirmed by a mental health interview.
- You do not have active thoughts of suicide.
- You do not have psychotic symptoms like hallucinations or delusions.
- Your baby does not have a serious medical condition requiring hospitalization.
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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