Could zapping the brain curb gambling addiction?

NCT ID NCT07228182

First seen Nov 15, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tACS can help people with gambling disorder. The treatment aims to improve brain function related to self-control. Sixty adults with gambling disorder will receive either real or fake stimulation, and their gambling symptoms will be tracked for three months.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Shanghai Mental Health Center

    Shanghai, China

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