Brain imaging study of acupuncture for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This research examines how acupuncture may help treat depression by looking at brain activity with MRI scans. You'll receive acupuncture treatment while researchers track how your brain responds and measure changes in your mood.
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Who can take part
- Age 18–59 and right-handed
- Currently taking antidepressants or have received other depression treatments (like electroconvulsive therapy or brain stimulation) within the past 4 weeks
- Moderate depression symptoms (measured on a standard depression scale)
- No other major mental health conditions or psychotic symptoms
- No severe heart, brain, or neurological diseases
- No current alcohol or drug dependency
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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