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New treatment option for Schizophrenia Disorder
Official title TIS for Improving Cognitive Impairment in Schizophrenia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07647380
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and underlying neural mechanisms of TIS targeting the hippocampus in ameliorating cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia (CIAS). Researchers will compare active TIS to a sham control to see if TIS works to treat CIAS.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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 50
You may be able to join if
- Age 18-50 years old;
- meet the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth edition (DSM-5) diagnostic criteria;
- the diagnosis of schizophrenia is confirmed by the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5);
- the disease duration does not exceed 8 years;
- 1-2 antipsychotic drugs are taken, and the treatment dose of antipsychotic drugs was stable for at least 1 week before enrollment. Mood stabilizers...
You likely can't join if
- Presence of other psychiatric comorbidities, intellectual disability, obvious mood symptoms, or substance use disorders (other than caffeine and/or...
- with clear drug-induced extrapyramidal reaction;
- A history of seizures, meningitis, or encephalitis;
- with contraindications to transcranial electrical stimulation;
- History of intracranial tumors or surgery;
- history of severe head trauma;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 18-50 years old;
- meet the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth edition (DSM-5) diagnostic criteria;
- the diagnosis of schizophrenia is confirmed by the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5);
- the disease duration does not exceed 8 years;
- 1-2 antipsychotic drugs are taken, and the treatment dose of antipsychotic drugs was stable for at least 1 week before enrollment. Mood stabilizers, antidepressants, and excessive benzodiazepines (lorazepam when 2 doses...
- The type of antipsychotic drugs remains unchanged during treatment, and the dose is adjusted by no more than 25%;
- Impaired functioning in daily activities;
- The Global Deficit Score (GDS) for the MATRICS Consensus Cognitive Battery (MCCB) reaches 0.5 or above;
- Agree to participate in this study and provide written informed consent
- Presence of other psychiatric comorbidities, intellectual disability, obvious mood symptoms, or substance use disorders (other than caffeine and/or tobacco);
- with clear drug-induced extrapyramidal reaction;
- A history of seizures, meningitis, or encephalitis;
- with contraindications to transcranial electrical stimulation;
- History of intracranial tumors or surgery;
- history of severe head trauma;
- have received other regimens of electrical or magnetic therapy in 1 month before enrollment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Changsha, Hunan, China
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 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Changsha, Hunan, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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