Depression in seniors linked to faster brain aging, new study reveals
NCT ID NCT02434393
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study looks at how depression in older adults (late-life depression) affects memory, thinking speed, and language over time. Researchers will follow 120 participants for 30 months, using brain scans and blood tests to track changes. The goal is to understand why some people with depression experience faster cognitive decline, which could help develop better treatments in the future.
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University of California, San Francisco
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94143, United States
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University of Pittsburgh
COMPLETEDPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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