Ear stimulation for brain performance in young adults
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests if a gentle electrical stimulation on the ear can improve thinking and memory in healthy young adults. It also looks at whether men and women respond differently.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 30 years old.
- You are right-handed.
- You have normal or corrected vision and hearing.
- You have no history of brain, nerve, or mental health conditions.
- You are not taking any psychiatric medications or using recreational drugs, alcohol, or nicotine.
- If you are a woman, you can participate during a specific time of your menstrual cycle (days 5 to 10).
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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