Improving cognitive behavioral therapy with brain stimulation
Enhancing the Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Using Non-invasive Brain Stimulation
NA · University of Manitoba · NCT05555056
This study is testing if a special brain stimulation treatment can make cognitive behavioral therapy more effective for people with depression, anxiety, and stress disorders.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Manitoba (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Winnipeg, Manitoba) |
| Trial ID | NCT05555056 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates whether High Definition Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (HD-tDCS) can enhance the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for patients dealing with depression, anxiety, and stress disorders. Participants will receive repeated HD-tDCS treatments aimed at increasing brain connectivity, specifically between the left ventrolateral prefrontal cortex and posterior cingulate. The study will involve patients enrolled in various virtual mental health programs across Manitoba, including CBT and group-based treatments. The approach combines innovative brain stimulation techniques with established therapeutic practices to potentially improve mental health outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include patients enrolled in virtual mental health programs in Manitoba, such as CBT or group-based treatments.
Not a fit: Patients with contraindications for MRI or those not participating in virtual mental health programs may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral therapy for patients with mental health disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using brain stimulation techniques to enhance therapeutic outcomes, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * all patients who have agreed to participate in virtual mental health treatment at health care sites throughout Manitoba. Eligible participants will be those enrolled in a range of mental health programs, including CBT, DBT, virtual hospital wards, and group-based treatment (e.g., CBTm, Managing Difficult Emotions, etc). The target population will also include providers and decision makers offering virtual mental health programs. Individuals must meet the following criteria to be eligible to participate in the study: 1) must be a patient/client enrolled in a virtual mental health program OR a provider/decision maker offering a virtual mental health program, and 2) located within Manitoba Exclusion Criteria: * contraindication for MRI (e.g., metallic implants and claustrophobia)
Where this trial is running
Winnipeg, Manitoba
- University of Manitoba — Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Eun Hyung Choi
- Email: eun.choi@umanitoba.ca
- Phone: 204-787-4897
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Depression, Anxiety, Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic