Morning Light Therapy for Postpartum Depression
Informing Implementation of a Circadian-Focused Intervention for Postpartum Depression
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Female
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Other
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Michigan · Other
This trial is looking for women who are up to 6 months postpartum and are experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression. Participants will try a morning light therapy device to see how well it works and how easy it is to use.
You may be able to join if
- I am 6 months postpartum or less
- I have an EPDS score greater than 10
You may not be able to join if
- I have a current or past-year substance use disorder
- I have a lifetime history of bipolar disorder or psychotic disorder
- I have active suicidal intent
- I have retinal pathology or a history of eye surgery
- I am currently using photosensitizing medications
- I have untreated sleep-disordered breathing, restless legs syndrome, or narcolepsy
- I started psychotherapy or changed the dose of psychotropic medications in the past month
- I have medical conditions that are not safe for bright light therapy
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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Check Your EligibilityThe proposed study is an open-label trial of Re-Timer® wearable morning bright light therapy for postpartum depression. The study is focused on evaluating the feasibility, acceptability, and implementation context of morning Bright Light Treatment (mBLT) for postpartum depression.
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