Brain study of pediatric anxiety disorders
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Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how the brain works in children and adults with anxiety disorders. It uses brain scans (fMRI) and other safe tests to understand anxiety better.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 8 and 17 years old (or 18–65 for the adult group).
- You must have a current diagnosis of one of these anxiety disorders: OCD, social phobia, separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, or panic disorder.
- Your anxiety must cause significant distress or problems in daily life.
- You cannot be taking psychoactive medications or have current depression, PTSD, conduct disorder, or severe ADHD.
- You must speak English and have no metal implants or conditions that prevent an MRI.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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