Effort and decision-making in depression
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how depression affects the way people make decisions that require effort. It compares people with depression to those without, using tasks to understand the brain's role in these choices.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old
- You must be able to move freely (able-bodied)
- You must speak English fluently
- You cannot be pregnant
- Your body mass index (BMI) must be under 35
- If you have depression, you need a diagnosis of major depression and a symptom score above 5
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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