Douglas Mental Health University Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Douglas Mental Health University Institute, explained in plain language.
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Could a sleep drug ward off Alzheimer's? new trial aims to find out
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether daridorexant, a sleep medication, can help prevent Alzheimer's disease by clearing harmful proteins from the brain. It is open to 240 adults without dementia, even if they don't have sleep problems. Participants will take the drug or a placebo for a perio…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Douglas Mental Health University Institute • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 26, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Brain zaps for schizophrenia: new hope for motivation and emotion?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an accelerated form of brain stimulation can improve negative symptoms of schizophrenia, such as low motivation and reduced emotional expression. 75 adults with stable schizophrenia will receive either real or sham stimulation over five days. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Douglas Mental Health University Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:58 UTC