Effect of a Single Nights' Wake Followed by Bright Light Therapy for Severe Depression

Wake and Bright Light Therapy for Depression Among Admitted Patients

A randomized controlled trial comparing wake therapy (single night) followed by bright light therapy to treatment as usual.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Depressive episode requiring admission to a psychiatric hospital (including unipolar and bipolar depression).

Exclusion Criteria:

• Psychotic symptoms/agitation
• Compulsory admission
• Confusion
• Active substance use disorder
• Eye disease preventing bright light therapy