Rewiring the brain to fight alcohol cravings?

NCT ID NCT07746154

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 04, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests a short brain training program called EEG neurofeedback in adults with alcohol use disorder. Over about one week, participants complete three sessions where scalp sensors record brain activity and provide real-time feedback to help them lower alpha brain waves. The main goal is to see if the training is easy to complete and well tolerated, and to explore whether it might reduce alcohol cravings and drinking.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: EEG neurofeedback targeting alpha brain waves
What this could lead to: If this brain training approach proves feasible and shows promise, it could lead to a non-drug therapy to help people with alcohol use disorder manage cravings and reduce drinking.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 10 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The training is brief, and any effects on cravings or drinking are uncertain and need larger trials to confirm.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ALCOHOL USE DISORDER (AUD)

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