depression Clinical Trials
A listing of depression medical research trials actively recruiting patient volunteers. Search for closest city to find more detailed information on a research study in your area.
Found 1,259 clinical trials
Clinical Validation of Samsung Smartwatch
Objective Wearable technology holds promising potential for mental health monitoring and detection. Samsung has developed an algorithm that they believe can detect signs of depression and anxiety in smartwatch users. They have used this algorithm to create a "Mindfulness Index," which is an easily understood visual index of mental health. …
Inflammatory Control of Antidepressant Efficacy: a Pharmaco-epigenetic Approach
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a chronic, recurring and potentially life-threatening illness that affects up to 10% of the population across the globe.It posits that the increase in serotonin levels induced by Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) does not affect mood per se, but enhances brain plasticity and thus amplifies …
Identifying Cerebral Hemodynamic Patterns in Mood Disorders and Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) Study
The purpose of this research is to measure brain activity in individuals with mood disorders and memory problems using a simple, safe, and noninvasive method called functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). By comparing brain activity across different groups and relating it to symptom severity, this study aims to improve our understanding …
Acceptability and Feasibility of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for Depression in Multiple Sclerosis
The goal of this single-arm, observational pilot study is to learn about the safety, feasibility, preliminary efficacy of TMS for the treatment of depression in people with MS. Participants will receive outpatient TMS treatment over the course of 5-6 weeks. Participants will complete validated questionnaires and exams before, during, and …
Validating the On-line Creyos Cognitive Assessment Platform in Older Adults With Major Depressive Disorder or Mild Cognitive Impairment
The goal of this observational study is to validate the Creyos online cognitive assessment platform in individuals with mild cognitive impairment, or remitted major depressive disorder. The main objectives of this research are: To confirm the feasibility of administering the Creyos cognitive battery to older adults with Mild Cognitive Impairment …
Multimodal Magnetic Resonance Imaging-based Study of Electroconvulsive Efficacy Prediction in Adolescents With Depression: a Multicenter Prospective Cohort Study
The aim of this project is to investigate the multimodal magnetic resonance brain imaging changes in adolescents with major depressive disorder (MDD) before and after electroconvulsive therapy. Development of a predictive model for the efficacy of electroconvulsive therapy in adolescent MDD.
An Exploratory Study Examining Biopsychosocial Markers of Anxiety and Depression
This research study is studying how thoughts, feelings, surroundings, and individual biology may contribute to why and how people experience anxiety or depression. We are trying to find out the wide variety of reasons that people may experience anxiety or depression, and why different people are helped by different forms …
The Pathogenesis of Depression - Possible Autoimmune Mechanisms
It has long been claimed that depression, and other psychiatric illness, might be a manifestation of immune dysregulation involving the Central nervous system. Depression is associated with a significantly increased risk of autoimmune disease compared to those without a history of depression. The increased risk of autoimmune diseases is during …
Psychiatric Outreach Nurses Supporting Adolescent Mental Health
The study evaluates the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the outreach work of psychiatric registered nurses (RN) and the experiences of professionals in the field. The service is provided in school environment. First, the study will assess the effectiveness of brief interventions provided by psychiatric outreach nurses on the perceived mental …
Collaborative Care for Treatment of Depression and Anxiety
The goal of this project is to evaluate the effectiveness of a collaborative care model for primary care patients at Kaiser Permanente Colorado (KPCO) with depression and/or anxiety. Collaborative care uses evidence-based short-term treatments delivered to patients over the phone. We will explore the use of cost-efficient automated processes for …
