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Official title Temporal Interference in Psychiatry (TIP): Neuromodulation Using Temporal Interference
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07558759
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to understand the neural, behavioral and clinical effects of temporal interference (TI), a type of neuromodulation method, in healthy populations and in individuals with anxiety and stress-related conditions.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Written informed consent.
- Fluent English speaker.
- Both sexes and all ethnic origins, between 18 and 65 years old.
- Absence of current moderate to severe illicit drug use as assessed by subject history (AUDIT\>=8 and/or DAST\>2).
You likely can't join if
- Pregnant or currently breast-feeding women or any woman of childbearing potential who is seeking to become pregnant or suspects that she may be...
- Contraindications to MRI scanning (including presence of a cardiac pacemaker or pacemaker wires, metallic particles in the body, vascular clips in...
- Unable to fit comfortably in the scanner.
- Contraindication to TI and/or TMS (including history of epilepsy, metallic implants in the head and/or neck, brain stimulators, vagus nerve...
- Current use of medications that may increase the risk of seizures (e.g., bupropion, varenicline, chlorpromazine, theophylline).
- History or current serious or unstable medical illness, including cardiovascular, hepatic, renal, respiratory, endocrine, neurologic or hematologic...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Written informed consent.
- Fluent English speaker.
- Both sexes and all ethnic origins, between 18 and 65 years old.
- Absence of current moderate to severe illicit drug use as assessed by subject history (AUDIT\>=8 and/or DAST\>2).
- Pregnant or currently breast-feeding women or any woman of childbearing potential who is seeking to become pregnant or suspects that she may be pregnant, as assessed by subject report and/or urine pregnancy screen.
- Contraindications to MRI scanning (including presence of a cardiac pacemaker or pacemaker wires, metallic particles in the body, vascular clips in the head or previous neurosurgery, prosthetic heart valves...
- Unable to fit comfortably in the scanner.
- Contraindication to TI and/or TMS (including history of epilepsy, metallic implants in the head and/or neck, brain stimulators, vagus nerve stimulators, VP shunt, pacemakers)
- Current use of medications that may increase the risk of seizures (e.g., bupropion, varenicline, chlorpromazine, theophylline).
- History or current serious or unstable medical illness, including cardiovascular, hepatic, renal, respiratory, endocrine, neurologic or hematologic disease, as assessed by subject history.
- History of head injury resulting in more than brief loss of consciousness, as assessed by subject history.
- Current cocaine or stimulant use (e.g., amphetamine, cocaine, methamphetamine), as assessed by subject history.
- Evidence of significant inconsistencies in self-report measures.
- Non-English speakers will be excluded from this study because the research procedures rely heavily on the administration of validated self-report questionnaires, clinical interviews, and task instructions that at this...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Atlanta, Georgia, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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