Comparing the Efficacy of Accelerated vs. Standard fMRI-guided iTBS in Treating Adolescents Depression

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Depression 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
16 – 19
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
10 (estimated)
Sponsor
The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre · Other
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About This Trial
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a Health Canada approved treatment for major depression. Theta burst stimulation (TBS), a type of rTMS, is a very promising new treatment for major depression in adults and adolescents. However, very few studies have assessed the efficacy of accelerated, three times a day TBS in comparison with standard once a day TBS in adolescents. The study…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Voluntary and competent to consent. 2. Ages 16-19 years old. 3. Can speak and read English. 4. Primary and/or predominant diagnosis of major depressive episode without psychotic features in the current episode, confirmed by The Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview fo…
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Stacey Shim, MSc

613-722-6521

stacey.shim@theroyal.ca

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Maya El-Outa, BSc

613-722-6521

Maya.El-Outa@theroyal.ca

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