Benzodiazepine impact on brain function study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study uses brain scans to understand how long-term benzodiazepine use affects thinking and memory. It compares people who have taken benzodiazepines for at least 3 months with those who have not.
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Who can take part
- You have taken benzodiazepines continuously for 3 months or longer
- You have at least 6 years of education
- You have not had alcohol, coffee, or other psychoactive substances in the 24 hours before the exam
- You do not have brain damage, severe illness, or recent stroke
- You do not have a history of substance abuse (other than benzodiazepines)
- You can cooperate with brain scans and assessments
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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