Brain stimulation study for insomnia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation method (transcranial direct current stimulation, or tDCS) to improve sleep in adults with insomnia. It may help if you have trouble sleeping and haven't tried certain other treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with insomnia, and your sleep problems are moderately severe (score >10 on a standard insomnia test).
- You have not taken psychiatric medications for at least 8 weeks, or you've been on a stable dose (but not benzodiazepines like Valium or Xanax).
- You do not have another major mental health condition (except mild anxiety or depression).
- You have not had certain other insomnia treatments like electroconvulsive therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, or cognitive behavioral therapy before.
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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