Brain scan spots depression risk before symptoms appear

NCT ID NCT05427578

First seen Dec 12, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looked at whether a simple brain scan can detect signs of depression vulnerability in people who are not currently depressed. Researchers used a light-based imaging technique to measure brain activity in 90 adults, including those who had recovered from depression and those with a family history of the condition. The goal was to identify brain markers that might predict future depression risk.

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Locations

  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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