Brain stimulation for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the head can help people with major depression. It's for adults currently in a depressive episode who haven't found relief from at least two previous antidepressants.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and are currently in a depressive episode that has lasted at least 4 weeks.
- You have scored at least moderately on a depression questionnaire during the screening week.
- You have tried at least one antidepressant, but it hasn't worked well enough.
- You do not have suicidal thoughts that put you at high risk, and you haven't had a psychotic disorder or a recent substance abuse problem.
- You are not pregnant, and you do not have metal in your skull, a brain implant, or skin sores on your scalp.
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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