Teen depression linked to hormone swings? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07317895
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This observational study looks at whether some teenage girls with depression are especially sensitive to natural changes in estrogen and progesterone. About 94 participants will track their hormone levels daily at home and answer mental health surveys for 90 days. The goal is to identify a link between hormone shifts and mood, which could lead to better treatments in the future.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 94 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Mar 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
Depressed, naturally cycling adolescents assigned female at birth.
- Ages
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12 to 18 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Assigned female at birth, at least 1 year post-menarche, naturally cycling, history of depression or symptoms of depression, and able to read and write in English. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or taking any hormonal or cycle altering medications/devices.
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Locations
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University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta, T2N1N4, Canada
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