Alcohol Use Disorder study: Alcohol
Official title Neural and Hormonal Influences on Sex Differences in Risk for AUD
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04929288
What this study is testing
What is Alcohol?
An investigational exposure to intravenous alcohol being studied to understand its effects on Alcohol Use Disorder.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study aims to find out how brain activity and hormones influence the risk of alcohol use disorder differently in men and women.
- Who it's for
- The study is looking for men and women to compare how their brains and hormones relate to alcohol use.
- What's involved
- Participants will likely undergo brain scans and blood tests to measure hormone levels while performing tasks related to self-control and reactions to alcohol cues.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the duration or number of visits required for this study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 26. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- consume 4/5 drinks per week
- fluent in English
- high school education
- right-handed
- regular menstrual cycles (women)
You likely can't join if
- serious medical problems
- body weight \ 210 lbs
- current medical or psychiatric conditions requiring medication for which alcohol is contraindicated
- substance use disorder other than alcohol
- current or recent history of inpatient/intensive treatment for addictive behaviors
- pregnant, nursing, on hormonal contraception
See the full eligibility criteria
- consume 4/5 drinks per week
- fluent in English
- high school education
- right-handed
- regular menstrual cycles (women)
- serious medical problems
- body weight \ 210 lbs
- current medical or psychiatric conditions requiring medication for which alcohol is contraindicated
- substance use disorder other than alcohol
- current or recent history of inpatient/intensive treatment for addictive behaviors
- pregnant, nursing, on hormonal contraception
- contraindications for fMRI
- smoking \> 5 cigarettes per day
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 26 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Columbus, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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