Scientists probe the Brain's motivation for alcohol
NCT ID NCT06494891
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to understand the different reasons people with alcohol use disorder are motivated to drink. Researchers will give participants IV alcohol and ask them to press a button for more doses, while measuring mood, cravings, and thinking skills. The goal is to link these factors to drinking behavior, which could eventually help tailor treatments.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Intravenous alcohol (6% ethanol in saline)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify different reasons people drink, leading to more personalized treatments for alcohol use disorder.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase study focused on understanding, not treatment. Results may not directly lead to new therapies, and the IV alcohol procedure carries risks like intoxication.
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University of California, Los Angeles
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