Brain-Boosting supplement and meditation may ease teen depression

NCT ID NCT07464886

First seen Mar 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a supplement called N-acetylcysteine (NAC) and mindfulness-based therapy can help young people aged 15 to 24 with mild depression. Researchers will measure changes in brain chemicals and connections linked to emotion and attention. The goal is to find better ways to ease depression symptoms without strong medications.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University of Cincinnati, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience

    RECRUITING

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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