Zapping the brain to sharpen the mind in seniors with depression
NCT ID NCT05400512
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This small study tested whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (tDCS) could make computer-based brain training more effective for older adults with a history of depression. Sixteen people aged 60 and older with recurrent depression took part. The goal was to see if this combination could improve thinking skills like memory and planning.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37212, United States
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