Zapping the Brain's reward center shows promise for anhedonia

NCT ID NCT05468853

First seen Jan 30, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study tested a type of brain stimulation called TMS on 72 adults who have trouble feeling pleasure (anhedonia). The goal was to see if targeting the brain's reward circuit could improve their ability to enjoy life. Researchers measured changes in mood and brain activity using surveys, EEG, and fMRI.

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Locations

  • FSU MRI Facility

    Tallahassee, Florida, 32306, United States

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