Brain zaps and booze: new study probes TMS effects on alcohol addiction
NCT ID NCT06770556
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study explores how transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) changes brain activity in people with and without heavy alcohol use. Researchers will use magnetoencephalography (MEG) to measure brain signals before and after TMS. The goal is to gather early data to support future research on TMS as a potential treatment for alcohol use disorder. Ten adults will participate.
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences
RECRUITINGWinston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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