Sham TMS for Depression in Young Adults
Cognition and Behavior With Sham Accelerated TMS
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Depression
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 15 – 25
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Basic Science
- Participants needed
- 25 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of California, Davis · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for young people aged 15-25 who have mild to severe depression. Participants will receive a non-active version of a brain treatment over five days and will have assessments before and after the treatment.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am between 15 and 25 years old
- I speak English
- I have been diagnosed with depression
- I can give consent (or assent if I'm under 18)
You may not be able to join if
- I have had Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in the past
- I cannot consent due to a medical condition or mental health issue
- I am in an acute suicidal crisis
- I have an active medical illness that interferes with participation
- I have metal in my body that affects MRI safety
- I have major neurological problems such as a seizure disorder
- I have participated in another clinical study with treatment in the last 30 days
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 goal of this clinical study is to understand how a person's expectations about treatment can influence their mood, motivation, and reactions to everyday rewards. The study includes young people ages 15-25 who will complete a sham (placebo) version of an accelerated transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) treatment. No active brain stimulation is given.
The main questions this study aims to an…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* English speaking
* Able to provide informed consent (and assent if \< 18 years)
* 15-25 years old
* Slight-to-severe symptoms of depression
Exclusion Criteria:
* Past exposure to Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
* Unable to consent (due to medical condition, psychosis, subs…
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