Brain Stimulation for Schizophrenia Negative Symptoms
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a newer form of brain stimulation called multi-target TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) to help reduce negative symptoms of schizophrenia—like reduced emotion, motivation, and speech—in people whose symptoms aren't fully controlled by medication alone.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with first-episode schizophrenia (your first major psychotic episode) within the last 5 years
- You are between 16 and 45 years old
- You completed at least 9 years of formal education
- Your antipsychotic medication dose has been stable for at least 6 weeks, and your symptoms have been generally stable for 1 month
- You have significant negative symptoms (reduced emotion, motivation, or speech), confirmed by a specific symptom rating scale
- You are willing to provide informed consent, with a parent or guardian's agreement if you are under 18
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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