Brain blood flow patterns in mood and memory disorders
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses a headband with light sensors (fNIRS) to measure blood flow in the brain while you do thinking tasks. It aims to understand differences in brain activity for people with depression, bipolar disorder, or mild memory loss.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a diagnosis of major depression, bipolar disorder, or mild cognitive impairment (mild memory loss).
- Your condition is stable (no recent crisis or hospitalization).
- You have not had a psychotic disorder, substance abuse problem, or serious medical illness in the last year.
- You are not pregnant.
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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