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 1,234 clinical trials
DPA-714 and FDG PET/MRI in Depression
Depression, a common psychological disorder, is characterized by persistent low mood, loss of interest, and anhedonia, leading to significant dysfunctions and a high suicide risk. Its pathogenesis remains challenging, with recent focus on neuroinflammation-a chronic immune response in the central nervous system-as a potential contributor. PET imaging, using tracers like …
Empower@Home: Hybrid Effectiveness-Implementation Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
This study is a randomized Type I hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of Empower@Home, an internet-delivered cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) program supported by aging service providers, in comparison to enhanced usual care for homebound older adults with depressive symptoms. A total of 256 participants will be randomly assigned …
Probiotic Administration for Adolescent Depression
This double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial will examine the effect of probiotic Visbiome on the brain and gut microbiome of individuals 15 to 24 years of age.
Teen Brain Online II: Understanding How Social Media Affects the Teen Brain
There has been much interest in the potential role of social media (SM) use in driving a current mental health crisis among teens, with a dire need for evidence that goes beyond self-report. One important avenue is to understand the role of the brain in driving the effects of SM …
PCORI Comparative Effectiveness Study-Esketamine (Spravato) vs. Ketamine-Equivalence Study
The purpose of this study is to compare the relative effectiveness, acceptability, and side effects of ketamine delivered through an IV (a drip into the arm) which is not currently FDA approved for use in the treatment of treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and Esketamine (Spravato®), taken as a nasal spray which …
Feasibility of Empowerment Group Therapy on Ukrainian Adult Outpatients
This single-arm pilot study aims to explore the feasibility and acceptability of the culturally adapted, Ukrainian version of the Empowerment Group Therapy (Wiechers, 2023) manual and accompanying workbook for the Ukrainian population affected by the ongoing war. Feasibility will be evaluated based on participant retention. Acceptability will be assessed through …
NutriMind: A Combination of Healthy Diet and Psychotherapy to Treat Depression
University students in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC) continue to face growing rates of depression, a common mental health problem. Adding to this burden is the mental health treatment gap, necessitating the need to identify new treatment methods that can easily be implemented at a large scale. This project will …
Cognitive Behavioral and Faith Fellowship to Improve Thy Health
Investigators will examine the efficacy of a faith-based depression intervention, in reducing symptoms of depression among African American adults in Wisconsin. Twelve church groups, each with 10 people (N=120) will be invited to participate. This intervention will be the first evidence-based, faith-based intervention designed for African Americans if validated.
Identifying and Treating Depression in the Orthopaedic Trauma Population
The goal of this trial is to pilot a way for orthopaedic surgeons to safely screen for depression and provide treatment for depression with medication. The main questions it aims to answer are: What are the outcomes of patients who screen positive for depressive symptoms and are prescribed either an …
Collaborative Stepped-care Intervention for Adults With Subthreshold Depressive Symptoms in the Primary Care Setting
To ensure accessibility and availability of mental health services in the community and to reduce the burden associated with depression and related conditions, the study aim to evaluate the effectiveness of a collaborative stepped-care intervention (cognitive behavioural therapy-based) for adults with subthreshold depressive symptoms at the district-based primary healthcare setting.
