Brain zaps reveal how BDD patients see themselves
NCT ID NCT05607121
First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study looked at how a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called TMS changes the way people with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) process visual information. Forty adults with BDD or mild symptoms received TMS followed by brain scans while viewing faces. The goal was to understand how brain connections and visual perception are altered, which could guide future treatments.
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Toronto, Ontario, M6J 1H3, Canada
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