Zapping the brain to bring back joy: new study targets anhedonia
NCT ID NCT05240352
First seen Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (tDCS) can activate brain areas linked to pleasure and reward in people with bipolar depression who have lost interest in things they used to enjoy. About 45 adults with bipolar disorder and significant anhedonia will receive brain scans and questionnaires to see if the stimulation improves symptoms. The goal is to understand how brain changes relate to feeling better.
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