Zapping your brain while you sleep: a new way to sharpen your mind?

NCT ID NCT06267521

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tested whether gentle electrical brain stimulation given during sleep, combined with a short daily meditation practice, could help people think more flexibly and manage their emotions better. Researchers enrolled 64 healthy adults and tracked changes in mood, stress, and thinking skills over up to 9 months. The goal was to see if these simple, non-invasive techniques could improve brain networks linked to well-being.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Center for Healthy Minds

    Madison, Wisconsin, 53703, United States

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