Zapping the brain to lift Parkinson's fog and sadness
NCT ID NCT03074812
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve depression and other non-motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. About 80 participants will receive either real or fake (sham) stimulation for 30 minutes over 10 sessions. The goal is to see if this approach can safely ease mood and cognitive issues without medication.
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Johns Hopkins Hospital / Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States