Can magnetic pulses to the brain ease borderline personality disorder?
NCT ID NCT07197502
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can reduce symptoms of borderline personality disorder (BPD). Up to 30 adults with BPD will receive either real or sham TMS over several weeks. Researchers will track changes in symptoms, emotion regulation, and brain activity.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment for borderline personality disorder symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 30 people. It is testing a new targeting method, so results may not apply broadly, and the sham group can later receive active treatment, which may bias outcomes.
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Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90024, United States
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Semel Institute/ UCLA TMS
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90024, United States
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