Brain scans reveal how alcohol hijacks social emotions

NCT ID NCT03535129

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how the brains of people with alcohol use disorder respond to pictures of social situations and alcohol. Researchers used MRI scans to measure brain activity and tested whether a technique called neurofeedback could help people control their cravings. The study included both healthy volunteers and people with drinking problems, all between 21 and 65 years old.

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  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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