A group of European experts was commissioned by the European Chapter of the
International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology to gather knowledge about the state of …

There is growing interest in non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) as a novel treatment
option for substance-use disorders (SUDs). Recent momentum stems from a foundation of …

Background: Cigarette smoking is the main cause of preventable death in developed
countries. While the direct positive behavioral reinforcing effect of nicotine has historically …

Background Substance use disorders (SUDs) are a leading cause of disability worldwide.
While several pharmacological and behavioral treatments for SUDs are available, these …

Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a technique of noninvasive cortical
stimulation allowing significant modification of brain functions. Clinical application of this …

While pharmacological, behavioral and psychosocial treatments are available for substance
use disorders (SUDs), they are not always effective or well-tolerated. Neuromodulation (NM) …

Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is a widely-used tool to induce neuroplasticity
and modulate cortical function by applying weak direct current over the scalp. In this review …

Background and aims Nicotine is a highly addictive substance in tobacco products that
dysregulates several neurotransmitters in the brain and impairs executive function. Non …

Reward-seeking and relief from negative emotions are two central motivational drives
underlying addictions. Impaired executive control over craving and negative emotions …

Background The dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) is a key node of the frontal cognitive
circuit. It is involved in executive control and many cognitive processes. Abnormal activities …