Alpha Down EEG Neurofeedback for Alcohol Use Disorder: Feasibility Trial

Sponsor
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Study ID
NCT07746154
Status
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Conditions

  • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
18 Years - 65 Years
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • EEG Neurofeedback — DEVICE
    Participants will receive a brief course of EEG-based neurofeedback consisting of three sessions over approximately one week. During each session, scalp electrodes are placed to record brain activity using electroencephalography (EEG). Real-time feedback is provided to guide participants in modulating their brain activity. The neurofeedback protocol targets downregulation of alpha-band activity (8-12 Hz). Training is delivered using a standardized protocol with real-time visual and/or auditory feedback. Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes, with additional time for setup and brief assessments.

Study Details

This pilot study is testing a short brain training program called neurofeedback in adults with alcohol use disorder. Participants will complete three sessions over about one week. The goal is to learn if this approach is easy to complete, well tolerated, and acceptable to participants. We will also explore whether it is associated with changes in alcohol cravings and drinking.

Key Dates

First listed
Aug 4, 2026
Start date
Aug 1, 2026
Status verified
Jul 2026
Primary completion
Jul 1, 2027
Completion
Feb 1, 2028

Study Design

Enrollment
10 participants (estimated)
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
BASIC_SCIENCE

Arms

  • Experimental: Neurofeedback

Primary Outcome Measure

Participant retention rate over 1 week [ Time Frame: one week ]

Central Contacts

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