Ear stimulation for social attention
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation device applied to the ear can change how people pay attention to social cues. It aims to help researchers understand how this type of brain stimulation affects social attention.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Be a healthy adult
- No past or current neurological or psychiatric disorders
- No use of psychotropic medications (including nicotine and alcohol)
- No visual impairments
- Must be able to pass the study's screening questions
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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