Brain study reveals how OCD affects Decision-Making
NCT ID NCT04075890
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) balance between using habits and goal-directed thinking when making decisions. Researchers used brain scans and mild electrical stimulation to understand the brain circuits involved. The goal was to learn more about OCD, not to test a new treatment.
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UCLA
Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States
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