Brain stimulation for thinking flexibility in depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how a type of brain stimulation called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) might help improve thinking flexibility in people with depression. It aims to see if this treatment can help you switch between thoughts more easily, which can be a common problem in depression.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 to 45 years old.
- You must be diagnosed with major depressive disorder (and no other mental health condition).
- You must be right-handed and of Han Chinese background.
- You must have at least a junior high school education.
- You must not have had brain stimulation treatments (like TMS or electroconvulsive therapy) in the past 6 months.
- You must not have severe suicidal thoughts or a recent suicide attempt.
- You must be willing to sign a consent form and attend study visits.
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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