Study on thinking skills in older adults with depressive symptoms
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a tablet-based program can help older adults with depressive symptoms improve their thinking and control skills. If you have low mood and are comfortable with a tablet, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You have at least mild depressive symptoms (score of 5 or more on a mood questionnaire).
- Your thinking and memory are generally healthy (score of 20 or higher on a memory test).
- You can use a tablet (such as an iPad) and feel comfortable with basic technology.
- You can see and hear well enough (with glasses, hearing aids, etc.) to use a tablet in a small group of 6 people.
- You can read, speak, and understand Hebrew or English fluently.
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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