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Depression Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

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

Sponsored by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA 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 Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Depression Study in Boston

This study aims to identify how enhanced allopregnanolone activity (via pregnenolone) affects behavior and neurobiology that may underlie perimenopausal depression.

Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Healthy women ages 40 to 60 years in the menopause transition
Depressive symptoms
Psychotropic medications are allowed if the dose is stable prior to screening and throughout the study
Able to read Arabic numerals and perform simple arithmetic
Able to provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria

Systemic hormone therapy
Contraindicated medications with pregnenolone
Systemic corticosteroid
Other psychiatric illnesses that are considered to be primary
Current suicidal ideation
Active substance use disorders
Unstable medical conditions
Obstructive sleep apnea or other primary sleep disorders
Abnormal hepatic and renal function
Known allergy to progesterone, exogenous allopregnanolone, or pregnenolone
History of head injury resulting in loss of consciousness \> 20 min
Inability to comply with barrier contraceptive methods
Known intellectual disability
Investigator judgement that study participation constitutes substantial risk given medical or psychiatric condition
Current or recent participation in clinical trial expected to interfere with risk of or interpretation of study data
Inability to comply with study procedures

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06238700) has an active research site in Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA

If you're searching for depression treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06238700) 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 Boston 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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