Feasibility of Home-Based Intermittent 60Hz Light Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Depression
MDD
Major Depressive Disorder
Major Depressive Episode
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 24 – 65
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 40 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- NYU Langone Health · Other
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About This Trial
This pilot study evaluates the feasibility, safety, and preliminary efficacy of home-based 60Hz intermittent light therapy in adults with a major depressive episode (MDE). Participants will be randomized in a 2:1 ratio to receive either active or sham 60Hz intermittent light stimulation for 30 minutes daily (Monday through Friday) over three weeks. The light is delivered through a wearable headset…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 24 and 65 years (inclusive)\*.
* Confirmed diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), based on MINI interview.
* Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS-17) score ≥17 at screening.
* On a stable dose of antidepressant medication for at least 30 days prior to HDRS…
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