Ear nerve stimulation for teens who self-harm
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a tiny device that gently stimulates a nerve in your ear (called the vagus nerve) is acceptable to teens who hurt themselves without meaning to die. The goal is to see if teens find it comfortable and easy to use, which could lead to a new way to help manage urges.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 13 to 17 years old
- You have been diagnosed with non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) disorder, meaning you hurt yourself without trying to end your life
- You can understand and follow instructions for using a small device that stimulates a nerve in your ear
- You do not have certain health conditions that could make the stimulation unsafe, like epilepsy, a heart condition, a pacemaker, or a cochlear implant
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- Your parent or guardian agrees to sign a consent form
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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