Combining virtual reality therapy and brain stimulation for post-stroke depression
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a new treatment that combines virtual reality with mindfulness therapy and a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) to help people with depression after a stroke. It aims to see if this combination can improve mood more effectively than standard approaches.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You had a stroke at least 4 weeks ago and your condition is stable.
- You are right-handed.
- You are currently feeling depressed, with a score of 5 or higher on a depression screening test (PHQ-9).
- You have not taken any antidepressant medications yet.
- You do not have metal in your head (like plates or implants), a pacemaker, or other devices that would make brain stimulation unsafe.
- You have at least 8 years of formal education.
- You have not had therapy specifically for depression that involved mindfulness or cognitive behavioral therapy before.
- You are able to undergo MRI scans and follow study instructions.
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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