Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Using bright light therapy to help reduce depressive symptoms in adults with intellectual disabilities

Official title: Alleviation of Depressive Symptoms in People With Intellectual Disabilities

Run by Erasmus Medical Center · NCT06215235 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests if bright light therapy can help reduce depression in adults with intellectual disabilities and improve their quality of life.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment105 (estimated)
SponsorErasmus Medical Center
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rotterdam)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 18, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 2025
Study endsMay 2026
Registry record updatedSeptember 25, 2025
Trial IDNCT06215235 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with intellectual disabilities who are experiencing depressive symptoms and are receiving bright light therapy.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have intellectual disabilities or are not experiencing depressive symptoms may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the implementation of bright light therapy (BLT) for adults with intellectual disabilities who experience depressive symptoms. The research focuses on evaluating the process of implementing BLT at two different locations, starting with Amarant and then moving to Abrona. The study aims to gather insights on the effectiveness of BLT in reducing depressive symptoms and improving the quality of life for this population. Participants include both staff involved in the implementation and patients receiving the therapy.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve the mental health and quality of life for adults with intellectual disabilities suffering from depression.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that bright light therapy is a promising treatment for depressive symptoms in individuals with intellectual disabilities, suggesting potential success for this implementation study.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Involved in the implementation of BLT (staff) OR
* Involved in the prescription or application of BLT (staff/relatives) OR
* receiving BLT for their depressive symptoms (patients with ID)
* 18 years or older
* informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* n/a

Where it's running

  • ErasmusMC
    Rotterdam, Netherlands
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.