Zapping the brain to lift Parkinson's depression
NCT ID NCT03074812
First seen Feb 25, 2026 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tests whether a gentle 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 stimulation over 10 sessions. The goal is to see if this safe, non-invasive approach can ease mood and cognitive issues.
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Johns Hopkins Hospital / Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
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