tDCS With Cognitive Training to Reduce Impulsivity and Weight in Veterans With Obesity

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Obesity
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 80
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
124 (estimated)
Sponsor
VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
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About This Trial

The purpose of this study is to investigate if transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can increase the effectiveness of cognitive training to reduce impulsivity in individuals with obesity, and to evaluate weight change with these individuals. The long-term goal of this research is to develop new treatment approaches for individuals with obesity.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Veteran enrolled in a MOVE! Weight Management Program (group or individual) at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System * Obese (BMI\>30 or BMI\>27 plus at least one weight-related comorbidity) * Adults, ages 18 years or older (up to age 80) * Able to understand English, self-con…
Contacts

Shalamar D Sibley, MD

(612) 725-2000

Shalamar.Sibley@va.gov

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Lisa E Keacher, BS

(612) 467-5203

lisa.keacher@va.gov

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