Brain network study in ALS with emotional outbursts
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how ALS affects the brain's structure and networks, especially in people who have sudden emotional outbursts (pseudobulbar affect). You will have brain scans (MRI and MEG) and answer questions to help researchers understand these changes.
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Who can take part
- You were diagnosed with ALS in the last 6 months.
- You can answer questions on your own or with help (e.g., using a computer or talking on the phone).
- You are not pregnant, and do not have substance or alcohol addiction.
- You do not have other neurological conditions like stroke, epilepsy, or dementia.
- You are not currently taking antidepressants or antipsychotics.
- You are able to have an MRI and MEG scan safely.
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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