Found 1,144 clinical trials
Self-Identification Program
Conduct a pilot, single-center, randomized controlled 2-arm study aimed to evaluate the impact of an in-depth 3rd wave CBT program targeting correct self-identification (3rd level of 3rd wave CBT), compared to a control group receiving an acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT; (1st level of 3rd wave CBT, a well-known psychotherapy). …
Accelerated Neuromodulation of Anterior Cingulate Cortex for Depression
The goal of this clinical trial is to test whether an accelerated deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (dTMS) protocol can reduce depressive symptoms in older adults (ages 60-85) with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) who have not tolerated or responded to antidepressant medications. The study will evaluate whether accelerated dTMS administered over …
Reward-specific Changes of the Chemical Messenger Dopamine in the Brain of Healthy and Depressed People
Major depressive disorder was shown to be associated with pathological alterations within neurotransmitter systems of the brain. Based on earlier study results, it is assumed that the neurotransmitter dopamine is relevant for several symptoms of depression, e.g., loss of interest or pleasure and lack of motivation. Thus, it is assumed …
The Role of mGluR5 in CBT-I
This is mechanistic clinical trial that evaluates the role of one of the glutamate receptors (mGluR5) in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) as a common pathway in improving sleep and depression.
Study of ABX-002 for the Adjunctive Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (AMPLIFY)
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if ABX-002 added to an existing antidepressant treatment will benefit depression symptoms in adults with moderate to severe major depressive disorder who have had an inadequate response to their antidepressant. This is a double-blind, placebo-controlled, 2-arm, parallel-group, Phase 2 study, randomized …
Effectiveness of an Integrated Care Pathway for Depression: Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
This a stepped wedged cluster RCT with two intervention arms--Treatment As Usual (TAU) and an Integrated Care Pathway (ICP). Eligible participants are between the ages of 13 and 18, who present to community mental health agencies with depressive symptoms as the primary concern. The primary objective is to establish the …
Orexin Antagonism for Suicide Risk: A Proof-of-Concept Clinical Trial
The goal of this proof-of-concept clinical trial is to evaluate the initial safety, feasibility, and tolerability of the orexin mixed antagonist suvorexant in a sample of veteran adults with Major Depressive Disorder and elevated suicide risk. The main question it aims to answer is: Is Suvorexant safe, feasible, and tolerable …
Assessment of the Efficacy and Safety of Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder
This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) in patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) who exhibit suboptimal early response to antidepressant treatment. Additionally, it sought to investigate the impact of FMT on biological indicators, including intestinal microbiota and metabolites, in individuals with MDD
Prediction of the Therapeutic Response in Depression Based on Neuro-computational Modeling Assessment of Motivation
This study aims to better understand the mechanisms of action of antidepressants, but also the neural correlates of motivation deficits. One hundred patients with a moderate to severe major depressive episode will be enrolled in this prospective multicenter study. The objective will be to predict the therapeutic response to two …
Zelquistinel or Placebo for the Reduction of Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if zelquistinel works to treat depression in adults. It will also learn about the safety of zelquistinel. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does zelquistinel reduce depression scores in participants compared to participants who take a placebo (a look-alike …
