JOIN A CLINICAL STUDY

Have you been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, or OCD?

You may be eligible to receive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at no cost.

Acacia Clinics is conducting a clinical trial in collaboration with Harvard University and the Brigham and Women's Hospital to see if symptoms of depression, anxiety, and OCD can selectively be improved by stimulating specific areas of the brain.

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ABOUT THE STUDY

Through this study we aim to map brain circuitry connected to TMS targets that modify symptoms across multiple mental health conditions.

This study is funded by a grant from the National Institutes of Health awarded to the Harvard and Brigham and Women's team.

WHO MAY PARTICIPATE

Joining a clinical trial is an important and personal decision. Thank you for considering this study.

This study may be an option for:

  • Adults between the ages of 18-65 years

  • Those diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Schizophrenia*

*Participation for those with schizophrenia would take place at the Boston site and may have additional study visit days and compensation.

There are other requirements for participation in the study. The study doctor will explain these to you.

Condition

Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Schizophrenia*

Age

18-65 years of age

Diagnosis

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and/or Schizophrenia*

WHAT TO EXPECT

What would you need to do to participate? 

  • Participation will take place over an approximate 3-month period and consist of the following visits:

    • Four full days of TMS

    • Four MRI scans

    • Complete a series of clinician and self-administered surveys before and after TMS sessions

Length of Study

Approximate 3 month period

Number of Study Visits

12 study visits to our research center

WHY PARTICIPATE

Some benefits to participating include:

  • TMS at No-Cost: Receive a course of TMS at no cost using accelerated TMS, a protocol that is not currently covered by insurance but has shown to be effective in treating symptoms more rapidly.

  • Compensation for Your Time: Participants will receive up to $560 compensation for their time and effort.

  • Collaborative Research: This study is part of an important collaboration with Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a leader in mental health research.

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Please fill out the pre-screening form to see if this trial could be a fit for you.

Pre-Screen Form

Research Center

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Acacia Team

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