Could a morning light fix teen depression? new trial tests it at home
NCT ID NCT06913309
First seen Apr 23, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tests whether using a bright light box at home for 40 minutes each morning can help teens aged 13-17 with major depression feel better. Participants are split into three groups: high-intensity light, medium-intensity light, or a dim red placebo light. The trial lasts 4 weeks with weekly check-ins, plus a 2-week follow-up, and also looks at how light therapy might change brain activity.
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Beijing Huilongguan Hospital
RECRUITINGBeijing, Beijing Municipality, 10000, China
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Peking University Sixth Hospital
RECRUITINGBeijing, Beijing Municipality, 10000, China
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Yan'an Third People's Hospital
RECRUITINGYanan, Shanxi, China
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