Virtual Reality-Enhanced Behavioral Activation for Older Adults With Depression (NCT07188623)
VR-Enhanced BA for Older Adults With Major Depressive Disorder
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The primary aims of this study are to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and tolerability of using an immersive virtual reality (VR) headset to engage in behavioral activation (BA) for older adults diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD). The secondary aim of this study is to explore the efficacy of using VR to enhance BA therapy in a clinical MDD older adult population.
Who can join: To join this study, participants generally need to meet the listed inclusion criteria (4 items) and avoid the listed exclusions (8 items).
Location: Stanford University — Stanford, California
Age range: 65 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- VR-Enhanced BA (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistCheck every box below. If you can check all of them, you may meet the study's basic screening requirements (final eligibility is confirmed by the site team).
Usually NOT eligible if any of the following apply:
- Exclusion Criteria:
- Substance Use Disorders in past year
- Any psychosis or bipolar I disorder
- Any seizure in the last 6 months or untreated epilepsy
- Current nonsuicidal self-injury or parasuicidal behavior
- Current suicidal urges and intent
- Changing psychotherapy treatment within three months of study entry
- Changing psychotropic medication(s) within two months of study entry
🔍 Extracted verbatim from the official NIH eligibility criteria. Always confirm with the study coordinator.
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Stanford University — Stanford, California
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (510) 556-0157
Email: mdpaul@stanford.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.