Family therapy for childhood depression: brain study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a family-focused therapy can help children ages 7 to 12 with depression. It looks at how the brain changes during treatment using an MRI scan.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be 7 to 12 years old.
- Your child must have depression or not meet criteria for any mental health diagnosis.
- Your child must live with a parent or guardian who is willing to take part.
- You must be the biological parent (or grandparent) who has lived with the child for most of their life.
- Your child cannot be taking antidepressants or have conditions that interfere with an MRI, like metal implants or severe anxiety in the scanner.
- All family members must speak English.
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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