Study brain responses in PTSD using stimulation and brain scans
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how anxiety and stress show up in the brain in people with PTSD, using brain stimulation and brain scanning. If you’re eligible, it may help researchers understand your symptoms and how they relate to brain activity.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 50 years old and right-handed
- You can see normally (with glasses/contacts if needed) and can smell normally
- You have a PTSD diagnosis
- If you take psychiatric medicines, your dose has been stable for the last 2 months
- You must avoid alcohol and other substances for 48 hours before the scan (unless your study doctor says otherwise)
- You must be able to safely complete an MRI scan (no incompatible implants)
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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