How hormones affect brain stimulation responses
This study explores how hormones influence the brain's response to a noninvasive stimulation technique called transcranial stimulation. Researchers use safe, non-invasive methods to understand if hormone levels affect how the brain responds to this type of stimulation.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 40 years old
- If female, have regular menstrual cycles (occurring every 24–38 days)
- Not be pregnant (if female and able to become pregnant)
- Not have a history of seizures or epilepsy
- Not have any metal implants in your head or implanted heart devices
- Not have allergies to henna or electrode gel
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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