The state of Massachusetts currently has 39 active clinical trials seeking participants for Depression research studies. These trials are conducted in various cities, including Boston, Worcester, Springfield and Burlington.
Sensor-based Characterization of Depression
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This is a longitudinal study where individual with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) will be monitored for 12 weeks. The study aims to develop an objective, sensor-based, algorithm able to detect the presence of depression as well as predict treatment response. Measurement-based treatment is considered optimal and the development of a valid passive, objective, behavioral and biological assessment of depressive symptoms that does not rely on clinician interviews will improve monitoring and ultimate... Read More
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
Between 18 years and 75 years
Trial Updated:
11/02/2023
Locations: Depression Clinical Research Program, Boston, Massachusetts +1 locations
Conditions: Unipolar Depression
Adapting the Tumor Board Model for Mental Illness and Cancer
Recruiting
This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a virtual tumor board for cancer and mental illness for patients with serious mental illness and a new cancer diagnosis. The study also examines the impact on patient care, psychiatric symptoms, and clinician self-efficacy in managing this population.
Gender:
ALL
Ages:
18 years and above
Trial Updated:
08/01/2023
Locations: Mass General/North Shore Center for Outpatient Care, Danvers, Massachusetts
Conditions: Cancer, Severe Major Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Genitourinary Cancer
Study on Allopregnanolone and Depression in Perimenopausal Women
Recruiting
This study aims to identify how the progesterone metabolite allopregnanolone affects behavior and neurobiology that may underlie perimenopausal depression.
Gender:
FEMALE
Ages:
Between 40 years and 60 years
Trial Updated:
11/08/2022
Locations: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
Conditions: Depression