Non-invasive brain stimulation for chronic insomnia
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation technique that uses weak electrical currents to target areas of the brain involved in sleep. If you have chronic insomnia, this might be a drug-free option to help improve your sleep.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have chronic insomnia, verified by a doctor, with symptoms at least 3 nights a week for more than 3 months.
- Your sleep problems significantly affect your daytime life (like mood or work).
- You are not severely depressed or anxious (assessed by brief questionnaires).
- You can commit to 10 sessions of brain stimulation over 2 weeks and follow-up for 1 month.
- You do not have major psychiatric conditions, epilepsy, or implanted devices like pacemakers, and you are not pregnant.
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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