What is this study trying to understand?
This study is exploring psychotherapy or therapy for people with depression. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.
What is a behavioral study?
This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study involving Left cerebellar TMS stimulation combined with the RECT task, Right cerebellar TMS stimulation combined with the RECT task, Midline cerebellar TMS stimulation combined with the RECT task, Sham cerebellar TMS stimulation combined with the RECT task, The best stimulation protocol combined with left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex iTBS, Left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex iTBS stimulation, as well as sham TMS stimulation and sham RECT task., Sham left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex iTBS stimulation, sham cerebellar TMS stimulation, and sham RECT task.. Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.
Who might this study be for?
This study may concern people with depression; age range: From 18 Years to 85 Years. The criteria appear fairly specific, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.
What would I likely need to do?
You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.
Could this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?
Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.
Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?
The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.
Who is behind this study?
This study is sponsored by The Second Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, which appears to be a university. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.
Can I still join this study?
The public registry lists this study as not yet recruiting. Check the official record and ask the research team when recruitment may open.
