Comparing two types of accelerated brain stimulation for tough depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study compares two fast types of brain stimulation (called accelerated theta burst stimulation) to see which works better for people whose depression hasn't improved with standard antidepressants. It's designed for people with treatment-resistant depression who are already on a stable antidepressant.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder that hasn't gotten better with at least two different antidepressants.
- You are currently taking the same antidepressant at the same dose for the past 4 weeks.
- You are right-handed.
- You do not have any major medical conditions (like a heart condition, seizures, or a pacemaker) or other psychiatric disorders besides depression.
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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