Cerebral Excitability and Cognitive Performance

Cerebral Excitability and Cognitive Performance

This study investigates the perceptual and cognitive influences of low-intensity electrical brain stimulation (transcranial direct current stimulation; tDCS), versus control (sham) conditions.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Between ages of 18-65.

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of adverse reaction to tDCS (trans-cranial direct current stimulation).
• History of seizure activity.
• History of head injury (including neurosurgery).
• History of illness causing brain injury.
• History of other brain-related condition (such as traumatic brain injury).
• History of diagnosis with a neurological or psychiatric disorder.
• History of metal in head (outside of mouth), such as shrapnel, surgical clips, or fragments from welding or metalwork.
• History of sensitive scalp.