Brain stimulation for PTSD with depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests different patterns of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see how they affect brain and body functions in people with both PTSD and major depression. It aims to find the best way to use this non-invasive treatment to help improve symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have both PTSD and major depression, as diagnosed by a doctor.
- Your PTSD and depression symptoms are moderate to severe based on standard questionnaires.
- You have been on a stable medication plan (or no medication) for at least the past 4 weeks.
- You are not currently in trauma-focused therapy, and you have no history of seizures or implanted medical devices.
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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