Brain stimulation and facing fears in OCD
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study is testing a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS to see if it can help people with OCD reduce their symptoms by practicing facing their fears (a process called extinction). The trial involves wearing a head cap that delivers a mild electrical current while doing computer exercises.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and speak English fluently.
- You have been diagnosed with OCD and have had symptoms for at least one year.
- Your OCD symptoms are currently significant (as measured by a standard questionnaire).
- You have been on the same medications or therapy for at least 8 weeks, or you are not currently receiving active treatment.
- You do not have active severe substance use problems, serious thoughts of suicide, or a history of bipolar/psychotic disorders or major brain injury.
- You are not pregnant, and you are not taking daily anti-anxiety medications like benzodiazepines.
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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