Scientists scan brains to unlock the chemical secrets of depression

NCT ID NCT02727972

Summary

This study aimed to understand how brain chemistry differs in people with depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. Researchers used MRI and PET brain scans and cognitive tests on 180 participants, including healthy volunteers, to measure specific brain chemicals. The goal was to gather knowledge about the biology of these conditions, not to test a new treatment.

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes NO responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • PET Center

    New Haven, Connecticut, 06519, United States

Conditions

Explore the condition pages connected to this study.