Although Depression is not a visible illness, it can affect the way you think, feel, and react to the world around you.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a medical condition that can cause emotional, physical, behavioral, and cognitive symptoms. The Depression Study is researching the effectiveness of a new potential treatment for Depression. If you qualify and choose to participate you will have access to a new treatment option that may help improve your symptoms.
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are 18 to 65 years of age
- Are experiencing symptoms of Depression or major depressive disorder
- Have been experiencing an episode of Depression for at least 8 weeks and less than 2 years
- Have used antidepressant medications that have not worked to treat your symptoms
*As a study participant, all study-related care will be provided at no cost to you including the potential treatment.
Sign Up
What happens if I sign up? We will match you to a research center in your area that needs volunteers with Depression or notify you when one becomes available. The study team will then contact you, and you may have the opportunity to participate if qualified.
If you think you might like to participate in the Depression Study or would like more information, please enter your information below so we can see if you may qualify and can contact you about the study. Keep in mind that participation is entirely voluntary. If you do decide to take part in the study, you may change your mind about participating at any time.
About Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a medical condition that can cause emotional, physical, behavioral and cognitive symptoms.
It is estimated that Depression affects one in every fifteen adults yearly, and one in every six people will experience Depression at one point in their lives.1 Depression can happen to anyone at any time, but usually tends to affect those in their late teens to mid-twenties.
Because Depression can cause a variety of symptoms for different people, it is important to be aware of the signs and signals:1
- Feeling sad
- Feeling worthless or guilty
- Changes in sleep pattern
- Changes in appetite (weight loss or gain unrelated to dieting)
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
If you or someone you know may be showing symptoms of Depression, seek out professional medical advice for a proper diagnosis.
The Depression Study is researching a new investigational medication for those with Depression.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a research study?
A research study (also called a clinical trial) is a medical study that helps to answer important questions about an investigational drug or device – these may include how well an investigational study drug, or device, works for a certain condition. All medications and devices must be tested in clinical research studies before they can be approved and prescribed to patients.
Why are research studies important?
A research study is the process by which new and innovative medications, treatments and devices are approved and brought to market, so people can live happier and healthier lives. Even over-the-counter medications, such as NSAIDs, you may have used to counteract a headache, have gone through the clinical research study process before it was available at your local pharmacy.
What is the purpose of the Depression Study?
The Depression Study is a multi-center study researching the effectiveness of an investigational treatment for Depression.
Is there a cost to participate?
There is no cost to participate in the Depression Study. If you decide to take part:
- You will receive study-related care throughout the study from a team of experienced doctors and nurses.
- You will receive all study-related care at no cost.
- You may be paid for each study visit you complete.
What else do I need to consider?
The study team will be able to explain more about what the Depression Study will involve, and it is up to you to decide if you want to take part. Participation in this study is voluntary, whether or not you decide to participate in this study will not affect your current or future relationships with your doctors. If you decide to participate, you are free to withdraw at any time without affecting those relationships.
How far is the research site?
We match you to a research center within a close travel distance from your home. If we are not running the study in your area currently, with your permission, we will keep you in our database and reach out once a research center in your area becomes available. If, at any time, you decided you no longer want your information stored, you can opt out and we will delete your details.
About the Depression Study
The purpose of the Depression Study is to test a new investigational medication for those with depression. If you qualify and choose to participate you will have access to a new potential treatment option that may help improve your symptoms.
Study participants will receive all study-related care at no cost. Participants may be paid for each study visit they complete.
Who can take part in the Depression Study?
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are 18 to 65 years of age
- Are experiencing symptoms of Depression or major depressive disorder
- Have been experiencing an episode of Depression for at least 8 weeks and less than 2 years
- Have used antidepressant medications that have not worked to treat your symptoms