Can brain stimulation help reduce fear in anxiety disorders?
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with anxiety disorders overcome conditioned fear responses. It aims to improve how the brain relearns safety signals.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder according to standard criteria.
- You are right-handed.
- You have normal or corrected vision and hearing.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and participate.
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