Brain zapping study aims to tweak Decision-Making

NCT ID NCT05917002

Terminated Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study was designed to see if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) could temporarily alter how healthy people make rational decisions. Participants would have undergone two sessions of either real or sham stimulation while their impulsivity was measured. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no data was collected.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) device
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could point toward ways to use brain stimulation to improve decision-making in people with certain mental health conditions.
What could go wrong: This is a very early, small study in healthy volunteers, not patients. It was withdrawn before enrolling anyone, so no results are available. The approach is experimental and may not translate to real-world benefits.

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