Light therapy for bipolar depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive light therapy called transcranial photobiomodulation, which uses red or near-infrared light to stimulate brain cells. It may help relieve symptoms of bipolar depression without medication side effects.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with bipolar depression and are currently in a depressed phase.
- Your depression is moderate to severe, as measured by a standard rating scale (score of 24 or higher on the MADRS).
- You are able to give informed consent and communicate in English.
- You are not currently in a manic or mixed episode.
- You have not had alcohol or substance use disorder in the past month, and you are not at serious risk of suicide.
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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