Nerve stimulation device for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a small device worn behind the ear that sends gentle electrical pulses to a nerve to see if it can help improve depression symptoms. It is used alongside your usual antidepressant medication.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old (US: 22-80).
- You have been diagnosed with depression and score at least 14 on a depression questionnaire.
- You have been taking the same antidepressant (SSRI or SNRI) for at least 1 year, with the same dose for the past 3 months.
- You do not have severe anxiety (score below 10 on an anxiety questionnaire).
- You are willing to use the device for 30 minutes every day and attend remote video visits.
- You have access to Wi-Fi and a device for video calls.
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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