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Depression Clinical Trial in Atlanta, GA

Access cutting-edge depression treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Atlanta. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Emory University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Atlanta

    Convenient for GA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Atlanta site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Depression Study in Atlanta

The purpose of this 10-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study is to determine whether inflammation impacts reward and motor neural circuitry to contribute to depressive symptoms like anhedonia and psychomotor slowing in people with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and depression. Sixty male and female patients with HIV who have depression, anhedonia and high inflammation and are stable on effective treatment for their HIV will be randomized to receive either the anti-inflammatory drug ba

Sponsor: Emory University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

HIV infected on continuous antiretroviral therapy (ART) with plasma HIV RNA \<200 copies/ml for at least 12 months (on at least two previous clinic visits and confirmed at screening)
Current cluster of differentiation 4 (CD4+) \> 350 cells/microliter for at least twelve months (on at least two previous clinic visits and confirmed at screening)
A primary diagnosis of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-V) major depression, current, or Bipolar, depressed type as diagnosed by the SCID-V
Score of ≥10 on the 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
Off all antidepressant or other psychotropic therapy (e.g. mood stabilizers, antipsychotics, and sedative hypnotics) for at least 4 weeks (8 weeks for fluoxetine) or on a stable psychotropic regimen for at least 4 weeks prior to baseline visit
Significant anhedonia as reflected by a score ≥ 2 on item #1 of the PHQ-9
Women of reproductive age will have a negati

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Atlanta?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05849038) has an active research site in Atlanta, GA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Depression Treatment Options in Atlanta, GA

If you're searching for depression treatment options in Atlanta, GA, this clinical trial (NCT05849038) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Atlanta research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced depression specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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