Could a gentle brain zapping device ease depression in pregnancy?
NCT ID NCT06979154
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This early study tests a new, personalized brain stimulation method (tACS) for depression during pregnancy. Ten women (5 with depression and 5 healthy) will receive the treatment to see if it is safe, tolerable, and practical. The goal is to gather initial data to guide larger future studies.
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Carolina Center for Neurostimulation
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27516, United States
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