Scientists scan brains to uncover why some people handle stress better
NCT ID NCT06243783
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looks at how short-term stress affects the brain's energy use and connections. Sixty-eight healthy adults will have two brain scans (PET/MRI) one week apart while doing a stress test. Researchers will measure glucose metabolism, brain connectivity, and stress hormone levels to understand why some people adapt to stress better than others.
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Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical University of Vienna
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