Stanford-Matter Neuroscience High-Resolution fMRI Advanced Neurofeedback Feasibility Trial (fMRI Neurofeedback) Medical

Stanford University

Summary

Study will utilize an app, Matter Neuroscience, designed to help users with depression understand positive emotions and the neurotransmitters that create them. We hope to learn the safety and efficacy of neurofeedback for treating depression and lay the groundwork for a pivotal clinical trial.

Eligibility

Age range: 18–80 years
Sex: All
Healthy volunteers: No

Detailed criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Male or Female, between the ages of 18 and 80 at the time of screening. 2. Primary diagnosis of nonpsychotic major depressive disorder (MDD) without a history of psychotic features. 3. Score on the MADRS scale between 15-25 4. Able to read, understand, and provide written, dated informed consent prior to screening. Proficiency in English sufficient to complete questionnaires / follow instructions during fMRI. Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures, including availability for the duration of the study, and to communicate with study personnel about adverse…

Interventions

Device
Matter Neuroscience App
An iPhone smartphone application
Other
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Stock Photos
Other
No Home Training
No Home Training
Device
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Personal Photos
Other
Home Training
Home Training

Location

Stanford University Brain Stimulation Lab
Stanford, California
nbassano@stanford.edu 650-800-6920