Can brain tests predict who will beat stubborn depression?
NCT ID NCT02774980
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 30 adults aged 40-70 with treatment-resistant depression to see if changes in thinking skills (like memory and attention) could predict when depression improves. Researchers measured mood, daily function, and cognitive abilities before and after starting a new antidepressant, then again at 6 and 12 months. The goal was to find mental markers that help doctors choose better treatments for people who haven't gotten relief from standard therapies.
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 doctors predict which depression treatments will work for patients who haven't responded to previous therapies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 30 participants. It does not test a new treatment, so it may not lead to immediate changes in care.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jan 2015
- Finished
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May 2020
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Patients with a major depressive episode diagnosis
- Ages
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40 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients will be aged from 40 to 70, with a major depressive episode diagnosis with a 2 stage degree of resistance. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with major depressive episode during more of 12 months * Alzheimer dementia or related disease (CIM 10) * Score Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS) \< 18
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hopital Pasteur
Nice, 06000, France
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