Brain stimulation for anxiety in older adults
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a non-drug brain stimulation treatment (called rTMS) to see if it helps reduce anxiety in older adults with generalized anxiety disorder. If you qualify, you might receive this treatment along with your usual medication.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years or older, any gender.
- You have a formal diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder (chronic worry).
- Your anxiety is moderate to severe, and your depression score is below a certain level.
- You have been on stable anti-anxiety medication (same type and dose) for at least 3 months.
- You don't have certain brain conditions, a history of seizures, or metal implants in your head/body that could interfere with the treatment.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding and can commit to the study.
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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