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Brain to Brain Communication Clinical Trial in Charlestown, MA

Access cutting-edge brain to brain communication treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Charlestown. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Charlestown

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Charlestown site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Brain to Brain Communication Study in Charlestown

The goal of this observational study is to investigate how brains of healthy controls respond when they interact with their romantic partner compared to when they interact with a stranger. The main goals are: * Explore how two people's brains interact with each other by recording brain activity at the same time (a method called "hyperscanning") using electroencephalography (EEG). Using hyperscanning, this study will compare brain-to-brain communication in romantic couples versus strangers, both when they are together in person and when they are interacting remotely. * Test a computational model that will help explain how this brain-to-brain communication works, using real data from the brain activity EEG recordings. * Explore whether factors such as age, gender, how aware people are of their own body sensations, and their level of attachment influence brain-to-brain communication. Researchers will compare brain-to-brain communication in romantic couples versus strangers, both when they are together in person and when they are interacting remotely to see which factors effect brain-to-brain communication. Enrolled participants will: * Complete a consent visit with their romantic partner where they will sign a consent form and have their pain sensitivity assessed. * Fill out sets of questionnaires assessing their romantic relationship, their personality, and other traits. * Complete two EEG scans, one with their romantic partner and one with a stranger. At both scans they will conduct a pain task, a communication task, and a light stimulation task.

Sponsor: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Healthy volunteers in a romantic partnership for at least 6 months.
20-60 years of age
Ability to fully understand and consent to study procedures.
Fluent in English
Are on stable doses of medication for 30 days prior to entering the study and agree not to change medications or dosages during the trial.

Exclusion Criteria

Presence of any contraindications to EEG scanning.
Illicit drug or opioid use.
Epilepsy, seizures provoked by lights or a prior history of seizures.
Presence of any illness that is judged to interfere with the trial. For example: severe psychiatric disorders according to the DSM-IV manual.
Current chronic pain conditions.
Unwillingness to be audio recorded.
Unwillingness to receive brief experimental pain on the lower left leg.
Unwillingness to withhold from consuming marijuana 48 hours prior to scans.
Unwillingness to withhold from consuming nicotine 4 hours prior to scans.
Any impairment, activity, or situation that in the judgment of the Study Coordinator or Principal Investigator would prevent satisfactory completion of the study protocol.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Charlestown?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07385027) has an active research site in Charlestown, MA that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Brain to Brain Communication Treatment Options in Charlestown, MA

If you're searching for brain to brain communication treatment options in Charlestown, MA, this clinical trial (NCT07385027) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Charlestown research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced brain to brain communication specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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