Stories of brain stimulation treatments for depression
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study involves talking with researchers about your experiences with two brain stimulation treatments for depression: TMS and ECT. Your stories could help improve care for others.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must have had at least one TMS treatment and one ECT treatment for major depression.
- You must be able to have a conversation in English.
- You must be able to give informed consent to take part.
- You must feel well enough to talk about possibly upsetting past experiences.
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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