Clinical trial for Traumatic Brain Injury
Official title Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) Neuromodulation of Executive Function Across Neuropsychiatric Populations
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04296604
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to learn whether transcranial direct current stimulation can improve executive function, the set of mental skills used for planning and decision‑making, in several neuropsychiatric groups.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have traumatic brain injury, major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, borderline personality disorder, or substance‑use disorders.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive a series of non‑invasive tDCS sessions and will complete tests that measure executive function before and after the treatment.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Male and female outpatients 18-65 years of age
- A diagnosis of traumatic brain injury, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder...
You likely can't join if
- Contraindication to tDCS: history or epilepsy, metallic implants in the head and neck, brain stimulators, vagus nerve stimulators, shunts...
- Active substance dependence (except for tobacco and cannabis).
- Pregnant or nursing females.
- Inability to participate in testing procedures.
- Diagnosis of psychiatric of neurological disorder
- Ongoing treatment with any psychotropic medications.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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