Brain stimulation and its effect on decision-making
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how brain stimulation treatment affects the way you make decisions and learn from rewards. It aims to understand how these treatments work, which could help improve care for people with mental health conditions.
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Who can take part
- You must be scheduled to receive brain stimulation treatment (such as ECT, TMS, VNS, or taVNS) at a participating hospital.
- You must be able to give your informed consent to take part.
- You should be comfortable speaking and understanding German.
- You need to be willing to participate in the study's procedures.
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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