Study of how the brain senses effort cost
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study asks people to do tasks while the researchers measure brain activity, to understand how the brain represents the “cost” of effort. It may help improve understanding of effort-related problems in mental and neurological conditions.
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Who can take part
- Be right-handed
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Have no history of major neurological problems (like stroke, head injury, epilepsy/seizures, brain tumor, brain surgery, or Parkinson’s)
- Have no history of severe mental health conditions (like major depression or schizophrenia)
- Have no metal in your head or eyes, and you must not be pregnant
- Be able to tolerate an MRI scan without severe claustrophobia (fear of enclosed spaces) or getting very uncomfortable (including from tattoo heating)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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