Found 1,144 clinical trials
Selenium Supplementation for Improving Depression in Children and Adolescents: Efficacy and Mechanistic Study
The purpose of this study is to investigate the role and mechanisms of selenium in depression among children and adolescents, aiming to provide new insights for understanding the pathogenesis and treatment of depression in this population.
Behavioral Activation for Treatment of Depression in Autistic Adolescents With Below Average Intelligence
Autism spectrum disorder is characterized by differences in social communication/interaction and the presence of restricted/repetitive behaviors, with significant heterogeneity in terms of autistic features, language ability, and cognitive characteristics. About 2-3% of individuals in the United States are autistic, and most autistic individuals have co-occurring mental health conditions. Autistic people …
Cognitive Impact Associated With Surgery For Gastric Or Esophageal Cancer
The primary objective of this observational study is to investigate the incidence of Post Operative Delirium (POD) after gastroesophageal cancer surgery. Secondary objectives are to investigate the relationship between POD, preoperative depression, frailty, quality of life, malnutrition and sarcopenia. Participants identified with POD will be asked (at the routine follow-up …
Sexual Dysfunction in Women With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Sexual dysfunction in women with multiple sclerosis (MS) is an important yet often overlooked problem. The primary objective of this study is to investigate the prevalence of sexual dysfunction in female patients diagnosed with MS. The secondary objective is to evaluate the relationship between sexual dysfunction and fatigue, depression, anxiety, …
A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing Active Versus Sham T-PEMF Headband Treatment for Depression
An 8-week, two-armed, randomized-controlled trial that examines the antidepressant effect of treatment with transcranial pulsed electromagnetic fields (T-PEMF) in patients diagnosed with moderate to severe depression using using a new device, the MoodHeadBand (MHB). The participants will use an active or placebo MHB for 30 minutes daily for 8 weeks. …
Effects of Elastic Band Resistance Exercise on Muscle Strength and Depression in Hospitalized Elderly.
With improved a five-day intensive, low-resistance elastic band exercise program to evaluate its effectiveness in improving total muscle mass, upper and lower extremity muscle strength, self-perceived fear of falling, and depression among hospitalized elderly individuals. This study is a random control trial. Data collection includes elderly patient's total muscle mass, …
Magnetic Resonance-Guided Focused Ultrasound Bilateral Capsulotomy for the Treatment of Refractory Bipolar Depression
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the safety and initial effectiveness of MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) bilateral capsulotomy in patients with treatment-resistant bipolar depression (TRBD).
Integrated Care for Older Adults With Major Depression and Physical Multimorbidity - The I-CONNECT
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if I-CONNECT (Integrated Care for Older Adults with Major Depression and Physical Multimorbidity) can improve the health and well-being of older adults with depression or bipolar disorder and at least two chronic physical conditions, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. …
Investigating the Efficacy and Mechanisms of Individualized tACS Targeting Anhedonia in Late-Life Depression
This project focuses on clinical translational research into personalized transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) for treating anhedonia in late-life depression (LLD). Key components include: (1) Optimizing individualized tACS treatment parameters through randomized, double-blind, controlled trials and establishing precise treatment protocols using deep learning algorithms; (2) Assessing the short-term (2 weeks) …
Comparing Acupuncture With Medication to Reduce Depression, Anxiety and Comorbid Sleep Disorders in China
The main objective of this study is to compare medication (usual care; active comparator) with acupuncture (as experimental intervention) to identify the most (cost)effective and environmentally sustainable intervention to reduce depression, anxiety and comorbid sleep disorders in adults (18-65) in China.
