Study Details

Testing Omega-3 Fatty Acids in People with Depression

(IRB#: IRB_00160768)

Current treatments for depression are not ideal for some people. The increase in dietary intake of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), such as omega-3 fatty acids, might help treat depression, especially in depressed people who have highly active immune cells (ability to fight off diseases). This study will help see if changes in the immune system activity are related to changes in symptoms of depression such as sadness and hopelessness. People in this study will be randomly chosen to be treated with an omega-3 fatty acid supplement or a placebo. The placebo looks like the study treatment but does not have the active treatment. Omega-3 fatty acid is approved and found in health food stores. Being in the study requires 8 visits to the study clinic for about 12 weeks. Medical tests will be done during the study to track the health of participants.

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