tACS brain stimulation for teens with self-harm
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique called tACS (transcranial alternating current stimulation) can help reduce non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) in teens. If you are 12-21 and have had at least 5 self-harm episodes in the past year with one in the last month, you may be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI).
- You have had 5 or more self-harm events in the past year and at least one in the past month.
- You are between 12 and 21 years old.
- Your parent or legal guardian agrees to the study if you are under 15.
- You have not taken any psychiatric medication or had previous brain stimulation treatments.
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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