Magnetic brain zaps aim to tame borderline personality disorder

NCT ID NCT07223619

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests whether gentle magnetic brain stimulation (TMS) can help people with borderline personality disorder better control their emotions and impulses. Up to 20 participants will receive brain scans, up to 3 TMS sessions, and computer tests over about 3 weeks. The goal is to find the best brain area to target for future treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a new, non-invasive treatment option for borderline personality disorder that helps with emotional control and impulsivity.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 20 people, so results may not apply to everyone. It is early-stage research, and the treatment may not show clear benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

borderline personality disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Semel Institute/ UCLA TMS

Los Angeles, California, 90024, United States

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