Virtual reality for memory and thinking in older adults with depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether virtual reality exercises can help improve memory and thinking skills in people aged 70 or older who are experiencing depression. If you qualify, you might join sessions that use VR as a fun way to work on cognitive skills.
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Who can take part
- You are 70 years old or older.
- You have symptoms of depression, as shown by a score above 13 on a standard depression questionnaire.
- You have no major memory or thinking problems, with a score of at least 23 out of 30 on a standard test.
- You do not have conditions like epilepsy, migraines, balance problems, or severe vision or hearing loss.
- You do not have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device.
- You can read and speak French well enough to understand the study.
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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