Study detail
RecruitingObservational
Meditative Neurofeedback for Depression
University of California, San Diego
Summary
The goal of this open-label single-arm study is to test a meditative neurofeedback intervention for depressed mood.
Description
The goal of this open-label single-arm study is to test whether a 10-session meditative neurofeedback intervention significantly alleviates depressive symptons as well as improves secondary outcomes of rumination and mindfulness.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Detailed criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * moderate depression per PHQ9 symptom ratings Exclusion Criteria: * active substance abuse/dependence * psychotic disorders * bipolar disorder * displaying acutely suicidal behaviors
Interventions
- BehavioralMediNF
Over 10-sessions participants will engage in a breath-focused meditative practice with frontal brain connectivity neurofeedback provided to enhance performance.
Location
- University of California San DiegoLa Jolla, California