MRI-guided brain stimulation for alcohol use disorder
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a new type of brain stimulation, guided by MRI and a robot, can help reduce heavy drinking in people with alcohol use disorder. The treatment is non-invasive and aims to improve brain function related to cravings.
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Who can take part
- You have had at least 2 heavy drinking days (more than 4 drinks for men, 3 for women) or more than 13 drinks in the last 2 weeks.
- You have tested positive for a marker of heavy drinking called PEth (a blood test).
- You have been diagnosed with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder (AUD).
- You can attend all study visits and speak English fluently.
- You do not have any metal in your body that would make an MRI unsafe, and have no history of seizures or major head injury.
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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