Virtual reality for depression in teen girls
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can help reduce depression symptoms in teenage girls. If you have mild to moderate depression and are open to trying VR, this could be a new way to feel better.
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Who can take part
- You are a female between the ages of 13 and 18.
- You have been diagnosed with mild to moderate depression (score of 11–30 on a standard depression scale).
- Your weight is within a healthy range for your height (BMI between about 15.5 and 24.9).
- You are interested in using virtual reality (VR) to help improve your mental health.
- You do not have any other serious medical or mental health conditions, and you are not currently receiving other talk therapy.
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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