Testing a light therapy app on an iPad
This study tests an iPad app that provides light therapy, which may help with conditions like seasonal depression or sleep problems. You will use the app for a period of time, and you may also choose to provide blood samples for a biomarker sub-study.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older and live in the U.S., with access to the New York City area during the study.
- You must be able to read and understand English and give your own consent.
- You need an iPad that works with the study app, or you can use one provided by the sponsor.
- You must be part of the sponsor's network (e.g., friend, family, advisor, investor, employee, or contractor).
- If you join the optional blood test part, you must weigh at least 110 pounds and meet standard blood draw requirements.
- You cannot have bipolar disorder, a history of light-induced mood episodes, be pregnant or breastfeeding, have a photosensitivity disorder, or be currently using other light 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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