TMS for PTSD fear learning and safety memory
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a brain-stimulation treatment called TMS to see if it improves how people with PTSD unlearn fear and form safer memories. It may help reduce fear responses by targeting specific fear-circuit areas in the brain.
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Who can take part
- You can understand the study and sign informed consent
- If you join the PTSD group: you currently have PTSD
- If you join the healthy control group: you have no current mental health diagnoses
- You must not have a history of seizures, major head injury, or other major brain conditions
- You must not currently have serious suicidal thoughts or self-harm with intent
- You must be able to have an MRI/TMS safely (no unsafe metal implants or devices in your body/head)
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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