Clinical Study
Teen Depression Therapy
Depression is a mental health condition that can cause a loss of interest in activities and function in a persons daily life. This study wants to see if therapy can help teenagers stay healthy and prevent depression from happening again. Participants will receive therapy virtually on a computer or other device using Zoom or another method, complete surveys, computer testing, and a brain scan using an MRI (a tool to take pictures of the brain). Therapy sessions will be done weekly for 10-14 sessions. Participation lasts 2 years to assess depression. Participants will be paid for time spent in the study outside of therapy sessions.
For more information contact:
Brian Farstead
utahmend2lab@gmail.com
385-313-0039
IRB#: IRB_00113733
| PI: Brian Mickey
| Department: PSYCHIATRY
| Approval Date: 2018-10-10 06:00:00
Study Categories: Mental Health and Well-being Studies
| Specialties: Psychiatry, Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent, Psychology, Clinical
Who can participate?
Gender: All
Age: Over 7 years old
Volunteers: Volunteers with special conditions
Location: In Person
Inclusion Criteria:
- Ages 14 to 17 years old
- History of depression
- Access to a computer or other device for study activities
- Access to internet
Exclusion Criteria:
- Braces worn on teeth
- Developmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (differences in the brain that can cause social communication and interaction and repeated behavior)
- Bipolar disorder (periods of severe depression and mood that lasts days to weeks)
- Eating disorder, alcohol, and/or substance abuse 6 months before participation
- Use of mental health medications other than anti-depressants
Will I be paid for my time?
Yes