Overview
The study aims to evaluate the feasibility of using Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex (DLPFC) Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) as a tool to decreasing distress and cigarette smoking. 46 participants currently smoking cigarettes, and seeking to decrease cigarette use will be recruited.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- 21-75 years old
- smoke ≥10 cigarettes per day
- mild to moderate distress (K10 scores 10-35)
- access to a reliable internet connection
- all prescription medications stable for ≥ 1 month prior to enrollment and throughout the trial, and approved by the Study Physician
Exclusion Criteria:
- Current suicidal ideation
- Current use of smoking cessation medication (e.g., varenicline)
- Current use of inhaled products (other than cigarettes) which may influence exhaled carbon monoxide measures (e.g. smoking cannabis, vaping)
- History of seizure disorder, recent (<5 years) seizure history, cerebrovascular accident, neurodegenerative disease, or traumatic brain injury
- Currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation
- Presence of metal objects in the head/neck
- Any skin disorder or skin sensitive area near stimulation locations