Using phone and watch data to track bipolar moods
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses a smartphone and a wrist-worn activity tracker to look for early signs of mood episodes in people with bipolar disorder or recurrent depression. You'll wear a smartwatch and use an app to help researchers find patterns that could predict future mood changes.
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Who can take part
- You must have a bipolar disorder or recurrent depression diagnosis.
- You need to be in a stable mood (no mania or depression) when you join.
- You need a smartphone and be comfortable using it and a smartwatch.
- You must agree to let the research team review your medical records.
- You cannot have active drug or alcohol problems.
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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