Brain training shows promise for tic control in teens
NCT ID NCT05558566
First seen Jun 16, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether real-time fMRI neurofeedback can help teens aged 10-16 with Tourette Syndrome reduce their tics. Participants learn to control activity in a brain region linked to tics by watching their own brain activity on a screen. The trial compares this to a control group that receives feedback from a different brain area. The goal is to see if this training leads to lasting symptom improvement.
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Active substance
real-time fMRI neurofeedback
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug, non-invasive way for teens to gain some control over their tics.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with only 64 participants. The effect may be small, temporary, or not work for everyone. It requires multiple fMRI sessions, which may not be practical long-term.
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