Cognition and Ultrasound

Cognition and Ultrasound

Our primary goal is to investigate the role of Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (LIFU) neuromodulation on deep brain targets, and its potential to improve cognition

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18 years of age or older
• Speak English (as assessed by their ability to read/answer survey questions)
• May be required to score in the appropriate range on self-report measures

Exclusion Criteria:

• They have a neurological disorder which may impact their fMRI scan or cause their reaction to LIFU to differ from that of healthy adults.
• They take any psychoactive medication.
• They are unable to undergo fMRI scanning due to a contraindication such as claustrophobia, unremovable piercings, pregnancy, the presence of medical devices such as pacemakers, or a movement or sleep disorder.
• Are pregnant, or may have reason to believe that they are pregnant.
• They have a diagnosis of a psychiatric condition other than depression or anxiety