Zapping the brain to beat booze: new hope for veterans?
NCT ID NCT04574167
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 31 times
Summary
This study tested whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS could make cognitive training more effective for veterans with alcohol use disorder. Forty-five veterans participated, receiving either real or fake tDCS while doing brain exercises. The goal was to see if this combo could strengthen brain networks and reduce heavy drinking days.
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Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55417-2309, United States
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