Brain pacemaker tamed violent outbursts in first human test
NCT ID NCT07315685
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tests a brain implant called deep brain stimulation (DBS) to help control severe aggression in people with autism or schizophrenia who have not responded to any other treatment. Six adults who have been in locked psychiatric units for months will receive the implant. The goal is to see if DBS can reduce dangerous outbursts and improve quality of life.
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