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New treatment option for Positive Affect
Official title Training Reward Responsiveness Through Virtual Reality
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07219875
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of Virtual Reality-Reward Training (VR-RT) with an active control condition, Virtual Reality-Memory Training (VR-MT), on positive affect and other clinical symptoms. VR-Reward Training is a novel intervention aimed at enhancing savoring of positive experiences among individuals with depression and low positive affect through guided imaginal recounting following immersion in positive VR experiences.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- At least 18 years old
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Meet all of the following dimensional score cutoffs:
- Score on the DASS-21 depression subscale must be ≥ 8
- Score on the PANAS-P of 27 or lower
You likely can't join if
- Lifetime history of bipolar disorder, psychosis, mental retardation, or organic brain damage
- Substance use disorder in the past 6 months
- Current use of psychotropic medications
- Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant
- Self-reported frequent motion sickness
- Self-reported seizures within the last year and/or a diagnosis of epilepsy
See the full eligibility criteria
- At least 18 years old
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Meet all of the following dimensional score cutoffs:
- Score on the DASS-21 depression subscale must be ≥ 8
- Score on the PANAS-P of 27 or lower
- Score on the WSAS of ≥ 11
- Lifetime history of bipolar disorder, psychosis, mental retardation, or organic brain damage
- Substance use disorder in the past 6 months
- Current use of psychotropic medications
- Currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant
- Self-reported frequent motion sickness
- Self-reported seizures within the last year and/or a diagnosis of epilepsy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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