Nerve stimulation for stress during performance tasks
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests if a gentle nerve stimulation device on the ear can help healthy adults manage stress while doing tasks like public speaking or math. It compares stimulation to a sham (fake) device.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 65 years old
- Speak English fluently
- Be willing and able to come for one lab visit
- Have no history of brain or mental health conditions
- Have no heart disease or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- Not have any implanted electrical device (like a pacemaker)
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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