At MANUP? we're always looking for new, effective mental health treatments, but approach them with a healthy dose of scepticism.

We're particularly interested in a trial with Flow Neuroscience. Their innovative, medication-free depression treatment headset, used by over 16,000 people and trusted by the NHS, has shown promising results. Clinical trials have reported that it's twice as effective as antidepressants, with 57% of users becoming depression-free after 10 weeks, experiencing minimal side effects.

We're intrigued yet cautious. Such high success rates naturally raise questions, but we can't ignore the potential benefits for the wider community. If this device can provide a viable alternative to traditional treatments, especially for those for whom medication isn't practical or desirable, it could be a significant breakthrough in mental health care.

Our role in this trial will be to provide honest, transparent feedback. We aim to assess the headset's effectiveness from a real-world perspective, understanding its impact on everyday users. Our findings will determine whether this technology could be a game-changer in mental health treatment.