Teen brain scans could spot depression risk before it starts
NCT ID NCT04105868
First seen Nov 16, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study looked at how teenage girls' brains pay attention to negative images, which might help predict who is at risk for depression. Researchers used EEG to measure brain activity and tested a real-time neurofeedback training to shift attention away from negative distractions. The goal is to find new ways to identify and prevent depression in high-risk teens.
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Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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