Training the brain to improve response control in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder
Neural Mechanisms of Response Inhibition Training for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Related Conditions
This study is looking at whether a new computer training program can help people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and similar issues better control their impulses, and it involves comparing those who use the training with those who don’t to see how it affects their brain activity and symptoms.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin Milwaukee NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10950397 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how a new computerized training program can help individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related conditions improve their ability to control impulsive responses. The study will involve participants undergoing a randomized trial where some will receive the training while others will receive a placebo. Researchers will measure changes in brain activity related to response inhibition before and after the training to understand its effectiveness. The goal is to find a lasting treatment that can significantly reduce symptoms associated with these disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, trichotillomania, or skin picking disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have obsessive-compulsive disorder or related conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a new, effective treatment option for individuals struggling with OCD and related disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using cognitive training methods to improve response inhibition, suggesting potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- University of Wisconsin Milwaukee — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Han Joo — University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
- Study coordinator: Lee, Han Joo
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.