Long-term effects of TMS for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how well the benefits of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) last over time for people with depression that didn't get better with other treatments. It also uses brain scans to find markers that might predict who will keep doing well.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with unipolar or bipolar depression that did not improve with other treatments (treatment-resistant), and you have previously responded well to a course of TMS (your depression scores dropped by at least half).
- You can speak and read French well enough to fill out questionnaires and follow instructions during MRI scans and TMS sessions.
- You are willing to follow all study procedures, attend appointments for the full study period, and tell the study team about any side effects or health changes.
- You are not at high risk for suicide, currently experiencing a psychotic episode, or have unstable medical conditions like active cancer, uncontrolled hormone problems, or untreated sleep apnea.
- You do not have metal in your body that would make an MRI unsafe, or severe claustrophobia.
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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