Shanghai Mental Health Center

This study tested if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can help people who are already on methadone for opioid addiction also stop using methamphetamine. Fifty-five adults participated, and researchers tracked their drug use through self-reports and weekly ur…

This study tested two online versions of a proven therapy (CBT-E) for people with binge eating disorder or bulimia. 120 Chinese adults aged 18-35 were randomly assigned to either a web-based guided self-help program or an online group therapy. The goal was to see which approach b…

This study tested a personalized brain stimulation technique in 9 people with amphetamine addiction. The approach used closed-loop transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) based on individual brain activity. The goal was to improve executive control, which helps people…

This study tested a personalized brain stimulation technique (closed-loop tACS) to reduce cravings in 21 people with methamphetamine addiction. Participants received stimulation based on their own brain activity. The goal was to see if it could lower their urge to use drugs.

This study tested a personalized brain stimulation technique for people with insomnia. Twenty adults received 10 days of treatment tailored to their brain activity. Researchers measured sleep quality and mood changes to see if this approach could ease symptoms.

This study tested whether a stepped-care internet-based cognitive behavior therapy (ICBT) with reduced support can work as well as traditional group therapy for people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). 95 adults with moderate to severe OCD took part. The goal was to see i…