Can a pill beat spider fear? military study tests stress-busting drugs
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This study looks at whether two FDA-approved drugs, propranolol and hydrocortisone, can help healthy adults with a fear of spiders perform better on thinking and motor tasks after a stressful spider encounter. About 88 volunteers aged 18-40 will receive one of the drugs or a plac…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC