Major Depressive Disorder Study

Now enrolling adults ages 18-74

About This Research Study

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called clinical depression, it affects mood, behavior, and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical issues.

Tekton Research is now enrolling participants who have been diagnosed with MDD and who are currently experiencing a depressive episode for an observational clinical study. Eligible participants may be compensated for study-related travel and study related expenses.

Eligible participants…

  • Must be age 18-74
  • Must be diagnosed with MDD (Meet DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for MDD, without psychotic features based upon clinical assessment and confirmed by the SCID-CT).
  • Must have had an inadequate response to at least 1 but no more than 2 antidepressants, administered at an adequate dose and duration started in the current episode of depression.
  • Must have a BMI between 18 – 40
  • Must NOT have current signs/symptoms of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
  • Must NOT have a diagnosis of panic, obsessive compulsive or a psychotic disorder
  • Must NOT have a history of narcolepsy or seizures
  • May or may not be experiencing insomnia
  • May receive compensation for study-related travel and study related expenses
  • Do not need insurance to join this study

For more information, complete the form on this page. After you submit your information, a Tekton enrollment specialist will call you to talk about the study. There is no obligation to participate — you can decide if the study is right for you.

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Study Location(s)

Saint Louis, Missouri | Psychiatry Research Site

10004 Kennerly Road, Suite 362B, St. Louis, MO 63128

Suwanee, Georgia | Neurology Research Site

3390 Paddocks Pkwy, Suite 200, Suwanee, GA 30024

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