Home-based brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with depression that hasn't improved with medication. It can be done at home using a special headset and an internet connection.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have major depression that has not responded well to at least two antidepressant treatments.
- You are comfortable with having a mild electrical current applied to your scalp at home.
- You have a stable internet connection and a device that can run Microsoft Teams (like a computer or tablet).
- You do not have a history of seizures, bipolar disorder, psychosis, or a major brain injury.
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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