Brain zaps for BPD depression: new hope or hype?
NCT ID NCT04870255
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a quick, non-invasive brain stimulation method called accelerated intermittent theta-burst stimulation (aiTBS) to see if it can improve mood in people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) who are also experiencing a major depressive episode. About 45 adults will receive either real or fake (sham) stimulation to compare effects. The goal is to measure changes in depression severity using a standard rating scale.
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Stanford Hospital
RECRUITINGStanford, California, 94305, United States
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