Brain stimulation for generalized anxiety disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a type of non-invasive brain stimulation called cTBS (continuous theta burst stimulation) on two brain areas linked to anxiety. The goal is to see if this treatment can reduce anxiety symptoms in people with generalized anxiety disorder.
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Who can take part
- You have a formal diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You are right-handed.
- You have completed at least 5 years of school.
- Your anxiety symptoms are moderate to severe (score above 14 on a standard anxiety rating scale).
- You are either not taking psychiatric medication or your medication dose has been stable (no changes during the treatment).
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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