Brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called cTBS (continuous theta burst stimulation) applied to a specific part of the brain (the precuneus) to see if it helps with treatment-resistant depression. It aims to provide a new option for people who haven't found relief from standard treatments.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old and able to read and understand English.
- You must have a diagnosis of major depressive disorder (often called clinical depression).
- Your depression must be considered treatment-resistant, meaning at least two different antidepressants have not worked well enough.
- Your depression must be at least moderately severe, as measured by a standard questionnaire (score of 10 or higher).
- You cannot have certain safety risks, such as a history of seizures, stroke, metal in your head, or implanted devices like a pacemaker.
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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