Brain zaps could ease OCD in days, new study shows
NCT ID NCT05994053
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation method for people with OCD. The treatment uses gentle electrical currents guided by brain wave recordings to target a key brain region. The goal is to reduce OCD symptoms quickly (within five days) and keep them lower for up to three months, with minimal side effects. The study enrolls 90 adults with OCD.
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Boston University Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders (BU-CARD)
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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