Subjects must use at least 0.5 g per day at least 5 days per week and have a minimum 12-month history of METH abuse.
Subjects must meet DSM V diagnosis for methamphetamine use disorder.
Subjects must have a minimum 4-week period of detoxification and a desire to stop using methamphetamine.
You may not be if
Present or past history of neurological disorder
The present history of a DSM IV Axis I or DSM V primary psychiatric disease (apart from MUD and depressive symptoms defined as a Hamilton Depression Scale Score \< 7 ("normal"))
Scores on the Hamilton Depression Scale \> 8, possibly indicating clinical depression
No current abuse of drugs other than methamphetamine (except nicotine). Urine-screening tests for psychoactive drugs will be performed to corroborate the lack of drug use.
Individuals meeting criteria for cannabis use disorder or alcohol use disorder
Medical illness that can affect brain function
Past or present history of cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure
Any history of epilepsy or a known history of seizure disorder
A history of metal in the head or chest area (except dental fillings or braces)
Current consumption of psychiatric medication
Any other medical, neurological or neurosurgical condition that would preclude the administration of repetitive transmagnetic stimulation
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