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Cyril Atkinson-Clement^1,2, Andrea Junor^3,4, Marcus Kaiser^3,4,5

¹Precision Imaging, School of Medicine, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK. Cyril.Atkinson-Clement@nottingham.ac.uk.

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Summary

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Public perception of neuromodulation improved after education. Ultrasound stimulation was the most preferred neurotechnology, while brain implants were least preferred due to safety concerns, highlighting the need for patient awareness.

Keywords:

Mental health Neurology Non-invasive neuromodulation Surgery Treatment adherence

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Area of Science:

Neuroscience and Neurotechnology
Public Health and Patient Perception

Background:

Neurotechnologies offer novel brain intervention strategies.
Public perception significantly influences the adoption and success of new medical technologies.
Understanding non-expert views on neuromodulation is crucial for its development and implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the general non-expert population's understanding and perception of neuromodulation.
To determine public preferences for various neuromodulation techniques (pharmaceuticals, implants, ultrasound, magnetic, electrical stimulation).
To evaluate the impact of providing information on public perception and preferences.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive online survey of 784 participants.
Assessment of perceptions before and after information provision.
Ranking of neuromodulation technique preferences post-information.
Statistical analysis using inferential non-linear models and free-text data mining.

Main Results:

Overall positive perception of neuromodulation among participants.
Significant improvement in perception after participants received information.
Ultrasound stimulation was the most preferred method; pharmaceutical drugs were intermediate; brain implants were least preferred due to safety concerns.

Conclusions:

Public education significantly enhances understanding and acceptance of neuromodulation.
Non-invasive techniques like ultrasound stimulation are favored over invasive methods like brain implants.
Healthcare providers should prioritize patient education and address safety concerns to improve treatment adherence and acceptance of neurotechnologies.