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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
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for veterans who are obese and want to reduce impulsivity and weight. Participants will receive cognitive training along with a treatment called tDCS.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am a veteran enrolled in a MOVE! Weight Management Program.
I am obese with a BMI over 30 or over 27 with a weight-related health issue.
I can understand English and follow instructions for the study.
I am willing to use a reliable form of birth control if I could become pregnant.
You may not be able to join if
I have a history of seizures or severe head injuries.
I get frequent severe headaches.
I have scalp conditions like eczema.
I have metal in my head, except for my mouth.
I have any implanted medical devices like a pacemaker.
I am currently pregnant.
I have severe depression or other serious psychological issues.
I have a known metabolic or hormonal disorder that affects my weight.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can
confirm whether you qualify.
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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)
* Able to understand English, self-consent and follow study-related procedures
* Willi…
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)
* Able to understand English, self-consent and follow study-related procedures
* Willing to use a reliable form of birth control if they are of females of child-bearing potential
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of any of the following: seizures, severe or moderate head injury, head surgery, significant neurological disorder (significance based on Principal Investigator's judgment)
* Frequent severe headaches
* History of scalp conditions such as eczema or seborrheic dermatitis
* Metal in head (other than in mouth) including shrapnel/surgical clips/welding fragments
* Implanted medical devices (including pumps and cardiac pacemakers)
* Pregnancy
* Acute substance dependence or withdrawal that would affect ability to complete cognitive training
* Moderately severe to severe depression (as identified on PHQ-9 scale during baseline screening)
* Other psychological or medical disorders requiring inpatient treatment (as identified during chart review)
* Presence of a known metabolic or hormonal disorder (such as Cushing's, untreated thyroid dysfunction, or uncontrolled diabetes mellitus defined as a hemoglobin A1c \> 8.0), or significant edema/volume overload - all of which would affect weight
* Uncontrolled hypothyroidism that would affect weight
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