Light therapy and CPAP for depression with sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if adding bright light therapy to standard CPAP treatment helps improve mood in people who have both depression and sleep apnea. You may benefit if your depression and sleep apnea are both being treated.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have been diagnosed with a major depressive episode and score at least 15 on a depression scale (MADRS)
- You have sleep apnea that requires a CPAP machine
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You do not have eye problems like severe glaucoma, recent eye surgery, or certain retinal conditions
- You agree to use a CPAP device (SEFAM S-BOX) with a nasal mask and are okay with light therapy and activity tracking
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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