Scientists zap brains to uncover Depression's Decision-Making secrets

NCT ID NCT04099056

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aims to understand how depression affects decision-making, especially when choices are difficult. Researchers will use brain stimulation techniques (TMS and TI) on 500 participants with depression and healthy controls while they perform game-like tasks. The goal is to learn which brain regions influence choice behavior, not to treat depression directly.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Emory University

    RECRUITING

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States