Brain stimulation and emotion skills training for borderline personality disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if combining a noninvasive brain stimulation technique (TMS) with emotion regulation skills training can help people with borderline personality disorder better manage their emotions. You must have significant emotional difficulties and be between 22 and 65 years old.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with borderline personality disorder
- Significant problems with emotion regulation (score of 80 or higher on a standard questionnaire)
- Between 22 and 65 years old
- Must have stable psychiatric medications (no changes in the last month)
- No current suicidal thoughts with intent or plan, or substance use disorder in the last 6 months
- No metal implants, seizure disorder, or other conditions that would make TMS or MRI unsafe
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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