Can a smartwatch predict depression in teen girls?
NCT ID NCT06816329
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how teen girls with a family history of depression respond to stress compared to those without. Researchers will use brain scans, smartphone surveys, and smartwatches to track stress reactions in real time. The goal is to find early warning signs that could lead to better prevention of depression.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help identify which teens are most at risk for depression, leading to earlier support and prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly test any therapy, and results may not lead to immediate changes in care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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McLean Hospital
RECRUITINGBelmont, Massachusetts, 02478, United States
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