Can daily activity patterns predict depression?
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tracks your daily activity and sleep patterns using a wearable device to see if they can predict depression. It aims to find early warning signs that might help improve treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must live in Hong Kong and be between 18 and 70 years old.
- You need to be able to read and speak Chinese.
- You must have a smartphone or tablet with internet access.
- If you take psychiatric medication, your dose must have been the same for at least 6 weeks.
- You cannot be currently in therapy for depression or sleep problems.
- You must have a regular sleep-wake schedule (no night shifts, not pregnant).
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