Bright light therapy: a new dawn for depressed teen night owls?

NCT ID NCT06973759

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

Summary

This study tests if bright light therapy can ease depression in teens (ages 12-19) who tend to stay up late. 90 participants will receive either bright light or a placebo light to see if symptoms improve. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to help teens feel better.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression depressive disorder major depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    RECRUITING

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 999077, Hong Kong

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