Can brain zaps reveal why we avoid others? new study explores social motivation circuits.
NCT ID NCT06274112
First seen Feb 22, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This study aims to understand the brain circuits involved in social motivation in adults who avoid social situations due to depression or social anxiety. Researchers will use transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and MRI scans to measure brain activity while participants view emotional faces. The study involves four visits over about a month and includes surveys, interviews, and computer tasks. It is not a treatment study but seeks to learn more about how the brain drives social avoidance.
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Auburn University
RECRUITINGAuburn, Alabama, 36849, United States
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