Scientists use brain scans to unravel memory and emotion struggles in mental illness
NCT ID NCT04159662
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Summary
This study uses brain imaging (fMRI) to investigate why people with schizophrenia or depression often have trouble with memory and managing emotions. Researchers will scan the brains of 90 adults aged 18-60 while they perform tasks and at rest. The goal is to better understand the brain mechanisms behind these cognitive problems, which can persist even after other symptoms improve.
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Royal Ottawa Mental Health Center
RECRUITINGOttawa, Ontario, K1Z 7K4, Canada
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal how the brain causes thinking and memory problems in schizophrenia and depression, pointing toward new targets for future treatments.
What could go wrong
This is an observational brain imaging study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve symptoms, and the findings may not lead to new therapies for years, if at all.
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