Brain stimulation study for gambling disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method called high-intensity transcranial alternating current stimulation to see if it can reduce gambling urges and behavior in people with gambling disorder.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with gambling disorder (often called compulsive gambling).
- You have gambled at least once a week for at least one year.
- You have normal or corrected vision and hearing.
- You have no metal implants in your head and no history of seizures, head injury, or skin sensitivity.
- You have not used cognitive-enhancing drugs in the past 6 months and do not have an IQ below 70.
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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