Accelerated TMS for Perinatal Depression
Accelerated TMS for Perinatal Depression
- Age
- 18 – 55
- Sex
- Female
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Other
- Participants needed
- 24 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · Other
This trial is looking for pregnant or postpartum individuals experiencing major depression. Participants will receive a special treatment called accelerated TMS over 5 days to help improve their mood.
You may be able to join if
- I am between 18 and 55 years old.
- I am currently pregnant (14-34 weeks) or have delivered within the past year.
- I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder.
- I have a score higher than 20 on the Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale.
- I have had stable antidepressant medication for 4 weeks before starting the trial.
- I can speak and understand English well enough to give consent and follow instructions.
- I have a primary clinician responsible for my mental health care.
- I agree to continue my usual caffeine intake during the treatment.
You may not be able to join if
- I am using rapid-acting antidepressants like ketamine or ECT.
- I am receiving or planning to receive other TMS treatments.
- I have preeclampsia or frequent painful contractions.
- I have had surgery for depression or serious neurological conditions.
- I have had a significant change in my depression score recently.
- I am currently experiencing mania, psychosis, or have recent suicidal thoughts.
- I have existing tinnitus that affects my daily life.
- I have a history of retinal issues like retinal detachment.
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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