Brain study of social connection using MRI scans
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how social connection shows up in the brain using MRI, a type of scan. You may be able to take part if you can safely have an MRI and you’re not currently taking psychiatric medications.
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Who can take part
- You must be safe to have an MRI scan
- You should not be taking psychiatric medications
- You should not have reasons you cannot safely enter an MRI scanner
- If you are taking psychiatric medications, you likely cannot join
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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