Brain Zapping for ADHD

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Recruiting

Led By Joan Camprodon, MD, PhD, MPH

Research Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Male and female subjects 18-66 years of age

Be older than 18 years old

Must not have

Current or past history of clinically unstable psychiatric conditions such as suicidal or homicidal behavior or psychotic disorders

Ongoing treatment with any psychotropic medications for healthy controls

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up change before and after stimulation on each of the three visits, average 2-6 weeks

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will use brain zapping to study the effects of tDCS on executive function and inhibitory control in patients with ADHD compared to healthy controls.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for English-speaking adults aged 18-66 with ADHD, diagnosed per DSM-5 criteria. Participants can be on stimulants but must stop them two days before each study visit. Excluded are those with unstable psychiatric conditions, metal implants in the head/neck, brain stimulators, or who are pregnant/nursing.

What is being tested?

The study tests how transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) affects executive function and self-control in adults with ADHD compared to healthy individuals. It examines the temporary changes caused by this non-invasive brain stimulation technique.

What are the potential side effects?

Potential side effects of tDCS may include discomfort at the electrode site, itching or tingling during stimulation, headache, fatigue, nausea or dizziness. Serious risks like seizures are rare but possible in susceptible individuals.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am between 18 and 66 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I do not have a history of severe mental health issues like suicidal thoughts or psychosis.

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I am currently taking medication for mental health.

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I do not have any psychiatric or neurological disorders.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ change before and after stimulation on each of the three visits, average 2-6 weeks

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~change before and after stimulation on each of the three visits, average 2-6 weeks

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and change before and after stimulation on each of the three visits, average 2-6 weeks for reporting.