Brain Activity Study for Depression and Cognitive Impairment
Investigating Dynamic Interactions in Distributed Cognitive Control Networks
Recruiting
Observational Study
Cognitive Impairment
Dementia
ADD
Depression
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Alabama at Birmingham · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults with certain brain issues, including depression and memory problems. Participants will help researchers study brain activity while performing thinking tasks, without affecting their usual medical care.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am at least 18 years old
- I have been diagnosed with medically-refractory epilepsy
- I am eligible for surgery based on a team review
- I am willing to participate in the study
You may not be able to join if
- I am under 18 years old
- I am unable to give full consent
- I cannot physically participate in study activities
- I have major medical or surgical complications
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
The purpose of this study is to investigate the brain activity associated with cognitive tasks (thinking, reasoning, remembering) in order to understand how the brain works during certain tasks and to improve treatment for diseases like dementia and attention deficit disorders. Cognitive (thinking) impairment may include poor memory function, poor attention span, or psychiatric disorders (ex: ADD,…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Eligible for surgery based on multi-disciplinary consensus review
* Have a diagnosis of medically-refractory epilepsy
* A minimum of 18 years of age
* Willingness to participate in the paradigms described in the protocol
Exclusion Criteria:
* Inability to provide full and in…
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