Scientists probe Brain's reward system to tackle depression

NCT ID NCT05239780

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study aims to understand how the brain processes rewards in people with depression. Researchers will record brain activity from 10 adults with epilepsy and depression while they make decisions in a gambling task. The goal is to identify abnormal brain signals that could guide future electrical stimulation treatments for depression.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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    New York, New York, 100119, United States

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