TMS for quitting smoking
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a brain stimulation therapy called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can help people quit smoking. It is for adults who smoke daily and are willing to try TMS as a treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must smoke cigarettes every day.
- You cannot have any metal objects (like clips or implants) in or near your head that cannot be safely removed.
- You must not be pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study.
- You must not have had a seizure in the past 6 months or have a history of seizure disorder.
- You must not be taking high doses of certain sedatives (benzodiazepines) unless it is unsafe to stop.
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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