Brain stimulation and cognitive training for bipolar disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether combining a mild electrical brain stimulation (called tACS) with computer-based cognitive training can improve thinking and memory in veterans with bipolar disorder. The treatment is designed to target brain areas involved in emotional control and focus.
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Who can take part
- You must be a military veteran.
- You must have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder (type I, type II, or a related type).
- You need to be able to give informed consent and speak English.
- You must be on a stable dose of any medications that affect thinking for at least 3 weeks before starting.
- You must be willing to avoid other cognitive training or brain stimulation treatments during the study.
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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