Brain Stimulation for Major Depressive Disorder

Biomarkers of Depression and Treatment Response

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Depressive Disorder, Major
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 70
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
50 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of California, San Francisco · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 70 who have Major Depressive Disorder and have not responded well to previous antidepressant treatments. Participants will undergo brain stimulation treatment and monitoring over about 8 weeks.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 70 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder.
  • I have a depression score of more than 19.
  • I have tried 1 to 4 antidepressant medications without success.
  • I am stable on my current medication during the trial.
  • I can attend research visits for approximately 8 weeks.
  • I can provide consent to participate.
  • I can speak and read English.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have current psychotic symptoms.
  • I have a neurological condition like epilepsy or dementia.
  • I have a magnetic-sensitive medical device in my head.
  • I have generalized anxiety disorder as my main issue right now.
  • I have a substance abuse problem in the past 6 months.
  • I have a history of seizures.
  • I cannot comply with daily visits.
  • I am pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This study is a stratified, parallel-group, single-center study utilizing multimodal imaging techniques to identify biomarkers for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). The study goal is to identify biomarkers for MDD and treatment response that can be implemented in clinical diagnosis and care as valid and reliable measures, through monitoring neurophysiological and electrophysiological changes across…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-70 * Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-V (DSM-V) diagnostic criteria for Major Depressive Disorder in a current major depressive episode, without psychotic features. * Has Montgomery-Asberg Depressive Rating Scale (MADRS) of \> 19 at baseline, corresponding with mo…
Contacts

Katherine Scangos, MD, PhD

415-476-7439

brainstim@ucsf.edu

CONTACT

Rebecca Martinez, MS

rebecca.martinez@ucsf.edu

CONTACT