Plain-English translation of NCT07152925 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing beta-band transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS)—a gentle, non-invasive technique that uses electrical current applied to the scalp to help improve impulse control. The study wants to see if this treatment can reduce self-injury episodes and urges in teenagers diagnosed with non-suicidal self-injury. Researchers will compare the real treatment to a sham (placebo) version to make sure it actually works.
Many adolescents struggle with self-injury as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions or stress, and current treatments don't help everyone. This trial is exploring whether stimulating a specific part of the brain can strengthen a teen's ability to resist the urge to self-harm.
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You would attend the research site for one week, receiving two 20-minute brain stimulation sessions each day, spaced 4 hours apart—for a total of 14 sessions. Before and after the week, you'll complete questionnaires, behavioral tasks, and eye-tracking tests to measure changes in impulse control. Throughout the trial, you'll track any self-injury episodes and report any discomfort, with continuous support from the research team.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 11, 2026 · Not medical advice
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