Why Won't depression go away? scientists scan brains for answers
NCT ID NCT03537794
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to understand why some people with depression don't get better with standard medications. Researchers will use brain scans to compare dopamine receptors in 45 people: those with treatment-resistant depression, those whose depression responds to treatment, and healthy volunteers. The goal is to find biological differences that could lead to better treatments.
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Unity Health Toronto
RECRUITINGToronto, Ontario, M5B 1M4, Canada
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