Brain zap study aims to decode OCD's Approach-Avoidance conflict
NCT ID NCT06596447
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will implant deep brain stimulation devices in 10 adults with severe, treatment-resistant OCD to record brain activity during approach and avoidance tasks. Researchers will compare clinic-based and at-home recordings to find neural markers of OCD symptoms. The goal is to better understand how the brain drives compulsive behavior, not to test a new treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could reveal brain signals that track OCD symptoms, helping doctors adjust DBS therapy more precisely.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 10 people, focused on understanding the brain rather than testing a new treatment. It may not lead to direct benefits for patients.
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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