Depression Clinical Research Study In New Bedford, Massachusetts

You may qualify if you:

• Are between the ages of 18 and 65 years old
• Have been taking an anti-depressant for the past 6 weeks with little to no improvement in symptoms
• Have been experiencing a depressive episode for 8 weeks or longer
• Do not have a history of substance abuse or manic/hypomanic episodes
• Have no other psychiatric diagnoses
• Do not have a history of cardiovascular disease
• Do not have a newly diagnosed or uncontrolled thyroid condition

About the Study:

This study is testing the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of an investigational medication in comparison to a placebo in patients diagnosed with depression who have an inadequate response to antidepressants on their own.

What is Depression?

Depression is a common and serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. The most common symptoms of major depressive disorder include:

• Depressed or irritable moods
• Feelings of sadness and hopelessness
• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
• Fatigue or loss of energy
• Changes in weight or appetite
• Sleep issues