Scientists scan brains of heavy drinkers to uncover clues about addiction
NCT ID NCT02108080
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This observational study uses brain scans (MRI) and behavioral tasks to compare people with and without alcohol dependence. Researchers want to see if differences in brain structure and activity relate to personality, behavior, and genetics. Up to 1,000 adults will participate in a single visit to the NIH Clinical Center.
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Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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