Ear zaps for anxiety? new study tests nerve stimulation
NCT ID NCT07369908
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation on the ear (taVNS) can reduce anxiety and improve how people manage their emotions. Researchers will measure brain activity and stress responses in 140 healthy adults. The goal is to understand how this non-invasive technique affects emotional regulation.
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University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC)
RECRUITINGChengdu, Sichuan, 611731, China