Brain-Training device aims to restore joy in depressed patients

NCT ID NCT06982820

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tests a new treatment called Prism for people with major depression who have lost interest or pleasure in activities (anhedonia). Prism is a software device that uses neurofeedback to train the brain's reward system. About 170 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either real Prism therapy or a sham (fake) version to see if the real treatment works better. Participants will also have MRI and EEG scans to measure brain activity.

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  • Butler Hospital

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    Providence, Rhode Island, 02906, United States

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  • Houston Center For Advanced Psychiatric Treatment

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    Houston, Texas, 77401, United States

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  • Sheba Medical Center

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    Ramat Gan, Israel

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