RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06892847

Brain STimulation for ANxiety and Depression in Youth

Brain STimulation for ANxiety and Depression in Youth: Brain STAND


Sponsor

University of Calgary

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

Jul 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

In this open-label trial, the overall aim is to determine if TMS treatment can improve anxiety and depression in a broad group of children and youth referred by physicians.


Eligibility

Min Age: 6 YearsMax Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a brain stimulation treatment (likely transcranial magnetic stimulation or TMS) in children and teenagers (ages 6–18) who have been diagnosed with anxiety or depression and are still experiencing active symptoms. The goal is to find safer and more effective treatments for young people with these conditions. **You may be eligible if...** - You are aged 6–18 years old - You have been diagnosed with anxiety or depression by a qualified medical professional - You are currently experiencing active anxiety or depression symptoms **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have had a severe seizure episode in the last 12 months - You have been hospitalized for a suicide attempt in the past 3 months (unless you are under daily physician supervision) - You have a medical device implanted (e.g., pacemaker) that is not compatible with brain stimulation - Your prescription medications have changed recently - You have other conditions that the study team determines make participation unsafe Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

PROCEDURETranscranial Magnetic Stimulation

Participants will receive TMS for treatment measures as determined by referral and presentation.


Locations(1)

Alberta Children's Hospital

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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