Massive study aims to unlock secrets of alcohol addiction
NCT ID NCT02231840
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study follows up to 7,500 adults with or without alcohol use disorder to learn more about the condition. Researchers will collect health information, blood samples, and brain scans to better understand the biology and genetics behind alcohol problems. The goal is to improve future prevention and treatment, not to test a new therapy.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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