Brain zaps meet mindfulness: a new hope for Treatment-Resistant depression?
NCT ID NCT06399406
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new approach for people with depression that hasn't responded to medication. It combines an FDA-approved brain stimulation technique called rTMS with digital mindfulness exercises. The goal is to see if this combination can improve both mood and cognitive function better than stimulation alone. The trial involves 70 participants and is currently active but not recruiting.
What this could mean
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Active substance
repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) combined with digital mindfulness exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new treatment option for people with depression that hasn't improved with medication, potentially improving both mood and thinking skills.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study (70 people) testing a new combination. It may not show clear benefits, and the effects may not last or apply to everyone with depression.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of California San Diego
La Jolla, California, 92093, United States