Zapping the brain to curb cravings: new hope for dual diagnosis patients?
NCT ID NCT01876524
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a noninvasive brain stimulation technique (transcranial random noise stimulation) to see if it could reduce cravings in 225 adults with substance use disorder plus another psychiatric condition like ADHD, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. The approach targeted the anterior cingulate cortex, a brain area linked to craving. The goal was to evaluate safety and effectiveness as a new treatment option.
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Slow Environment Foundation
Cartagena, Murcia, 30310, Spain
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