Light therapy targets brain blood flow in depression trial
NCT ID NCT05573074
First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 08, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study tests whether shining a special near-infrared light on the forehead can change blood flow in the brains of people with major depression. Researchers will measure brain activity and mood changes in 120 adults aged 18-65. The goal is to see if this non-invasive light treatment can ease depression symptoms.
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Harvard Medical School
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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NYU Langone Health
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Nathan Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research
RECRUITINGOrangeburg, New York, 10962, United States
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