Single Session Intervention for Major Depressive Disorder

CARED : A Novel Rapid Treatment Paradigm for Depression

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Major Depressive Disorder
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 70
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
30 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 70 with major depressive disorder who are not responding to typical treatments. Participants will receive a combination of therapy and brain stimulation in a single session.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Rules you out Severe alcohol use disorderBipolar disorderAutism spectrum disorderSchizophrenia spectrum disordersNeurological disordersEpilepsy

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 70 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder.
  • I can understand the risks and benefits of this study.
  • I have experienced no active suicidal thoughts in the past month.
  • I have not responded to standard antidepressant treatments.
  • I will use effective contraception if needed.
  • I am willing to follow all study procedures.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a severe alcohol use disorder in the past year.
  • I have a history of bipolar disorder.
  • I have experienced seizures or fainting spells.
  • I have neurological disorders that may complicate my participation.
  • I am currently pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have metal implants in my body.
  • I am enrolled in another clinical trial for depression.
  • I do not speak English.

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 primarily assess the feasibility and secondarily assess the efficacy of a single session intervention (SSI) that combines non-invasive brain stimulation and psychotherapy for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). investigators will recruit 30 people with MDD, with at least mild to moderate symptoms, who are resistant to typical treatments for Major Depressive Disorder. I…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Any gender, aged 18 - 70 * Provision of signed and dated informed consent form * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study * DSM-5 diagnosis of unipolar, non-psychotic MDD as evidenced by the Diagnostic Interview for …
Contacts

Flavio Frohlich, PhD

919-966-9929

flavio_frohlich@med.unc.edu

CONTACT

Haileigh Taylor, BA

919-966-9929

hjtay@unc.edu

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