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Deep Brain Stimulation of the Nucleus Accumbens and Anterior Limb of the Internal Capsule for schizophrenia

This study is not yet recruiting. It is testing deep Brain Stimulation of the Nucleus Accumbens and Anterior Limb of the Internal Capsule for schizophrenia.

SchizophreniaBehavioralFrom 18 Years to 55 Years

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What is this study testing?

This study is testing whether brain stimulation may be useful for adults experiencing schizophrenia.

What would participation involve?

Participants may take part in brain stimulation, attend study visits with the research team. The protocol may also involve randomization, placebo, or a comparison group.

Who is it mainly for?

This study appears to be mainly for adults with schizophrenia.

What should you check before joining?

Ask about how many sessions are required and who delivers them, whether there is placebo, randomization, or a comparison group, how many visits or travel steps are needed, the exact eligibility criteria.

What to expect

Your next step

Participation locations and format are not confirmed in the available information. Ask the research team to confirm the location, any in-person visits, time commitment, costs or compensation, and participation criteria.

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Study start dateEstimated: January 20, 2026
Recruitment status
Not Yet Recruiting
Enrollment listed in the registry
10
Sponsor
First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University
Sponsor type
University
Study type
Behavioral
Intervention type
DEVICE
Study phase
Not clearly listed
Locations
Not clearly listed
Age range
From 18 Years to 55 Years
Official registry ID
NCT07369401
Official title
Efficacy and Safety of Deep Brain Stimulation of the Nucleus Accumbens and Anterior Limb of the Internal Capsule in the Treatment of Refractory Schizophrenia: A Prospective, Single-Center, Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Study
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Participation may contribute to research. Personal benefit is not guaranteed.

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FAQ

Questions about this study

What is this study trying to understand?

This study is exploring brain stimulation for people with schizophrenia. Participants may complete study visits, assessments, or follow-up activities defined by the research team. Direct benefit is not guaranteed. The detailed objective is not always clearly listed in the public registry; the study team can confirm.

What is a behavioral study?

This appears to be a behavioral / psychological / psychosocial study involving Deep Brain Stimulation. Phase is mainly useful to check for medication studies and some device studies.

Who might this study be for?

This study may concern people with schizophrenia; age range: From 18 Years to 55 Years. The criteria appear fairly specific, but you should not assume you are eligible. The study team must confirm diagnosis, age, exclusions, available locations, and next steps.

What would I likely need to do?

You may take part in sessions or exercises related to habits, thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask whether some steps can be done remotely.

Could this study affect my mood, habits, motivation, or stress?

Behavioral studies can involve habits, emotions, motivation, stress, sleep, or ways of thinking. Ask whether the intervention could affect your mood or stress, and who to contact if you feel worse. For any mental health study, also ask who to contact if you feel worse, whether participation may affect current treatment, whether you can stop, and who confirms eligibility.

Will I need to travel or attend in-person visits?

The listed study locations suggest that at least part of participation may involve a physical site. Ask which sites are open, how many visits are expected, whether any steps can be done remotely, and whether travel costs or compensation are listed.

Who is behind this study?

This study is sponsored by First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, which appears to be a university. If available, it can be useful to check the sponsor website, collaborators, investigator affiliation, and the official registry before deciding. HopeStage does not judge the quality of a sponsor or researcher, but helps you identify what to verify.

Can I still join this study?

The public registry lists this study as not yet recruiting. Check the official record and ask the research team when recruitment may open.

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