Scientists map and zap negative brain patterns to lift mood

NCT ID NCT05437705

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study aims to understand how the brain processes negative emotions and test whether personalized brain stimulation can disrupt these patterns. Researchers will use brain scans to create a map of each participant's negative emotions, then test different types of magnetic stimulation to find the best way to reduce them. The study involves 40 adults with depression or anxiety who will undergo brain imaging and multiple stimulation sessions over several visits.

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