Light therapy for depression in dialysis patients
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether light therapy can help improve symptoms of depression in people who are on regular dialysis for kidney failure. If you feel down or depressed, this treatment might offer a drug-free way to feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been on regular dialysis (3 times a week) for at least 3 months.
- You are covered by French national health insurance.
- You have not started or changed any antidepressant, anti-anxiety, sleep, or melatonin medication in the last 4 weeks.
- You do not have severe vision problems (like blindness or age-related macular degeneration) or recent eye surgery.
- You do not have a serious mental health condition such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you can read and understand French.
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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