Major Depressive Disorder study: NIRSIT
Official title Near Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) for Assessment of Depression
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04061148
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether a near‑infrared brain scan can reliably tell if someone has depression and how severe it is.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and are willing to come in for scans.
- What's involved
- You will have a quick brain scan at up to five visits while you receive treatment. The scans will be compared to scans from people who do not have depression.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts up to five visits, each about an hour, spaced over several weeks.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- All people who sign informed consent.
- Controls: Volunteers over 18 years of age who are not depressed.
- Patients over 18 years of age with a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder, receiving clinical therapy at SFVAMC.
You likely can't join if
- people who cannot sign informed consent.
- Exclusion criteria for control people: 1.Depression 2.Anxiety, psychotic, substance abuse, mood and personality disorders 3.Major neurocognitive...
- Exclusion criteria for depressed patients: 1.Psychotic disorders like schizophrenia 2.Major neurocognitive disorders such as Alzheimer's disease and...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Francisco, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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