Teen depression study probes Brain's insulin link
NCT ID NCT05571878
First seen Mar 31, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looked at whether brain insulin resistance plays a role in depression during adolescence. Researchers used MRI scans to compare brain activity in 24 teens with and without depression after they received insulin or a placebo through a nasal spray. The goal was to understand the biology of depression, not to test a treatment.
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1H3, Canada
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