Journal of Clinical Medicine
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation in Anorexia Nervosa: A Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial
Background/Objectives: Anorexia nervosa (AN) remains difficult to treat, and evidence for biological adjunctive interventions is limited. This study assessed the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) as an adjunctive intervention in hospitalized patients with AN. Methods: In this double-blind, randomized, sham-controlled trial, 40 female inpatients with AN were allocated 1:1 to active tDCS or sham stimulation. Participants received 30 sessions over 3 weeks (2 mA, 25 min, twice daily on wee …