Zap your nap? scientists test brain stimulation for better sleep and stress relief

NCT ID NCT06547086

Summary

This study explored whether gently stimulating the brain with electricity during naps could improve specific sleep patterns linked to emotional health and stress resilience. Healthy adult volunteers who regularly nap wore a special cap to monitor brain activity while napping and received either real or fake stimulation. Researchers measured changes in sleep quality, alertness, and emotional responses to see if the stimulation helped.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Wisconsin

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53719, United States

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