๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-19

Virtual Reality-Enhanced Behavioral Activation for Older Adults With Depression (NCT07188623)

VR-Enhanced BA for Older Adults With Major Depressive Disorder

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: Stanford University

๐Ÿฉบ 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: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Stanford University โ€” Stanford, California

Age range: 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • VR-Enhanced BA (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Stanford University โ€” Stanford, California

๐Ÿ“ž 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.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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 ยง 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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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