Brain stimulation sessions to help reduce drinking
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), can help people with alcohol use disorder reduce their drinking. It is for people who want to cut down but are not necessarily ready to stop completely.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with alcohol use disorder (at least two symptoms).
- You drink at a level that is considered at least medium risk for health problems.
- You are willing to try to reduce your alcohol consumption.
- You can attend study visits and complete questionnaires about your drinking.
- You are not currently taking certain medications for alcohol dependence (like naltrexone or acamprosate), and you have not had this brain stimulation treatment before.
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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