Teen anxiety and substance use study
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how anxiety in young teens might lead to substance use later. It uses brain scans and stress tests to understand these pathways.
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Who can take part
- You are 12 to 14 years old
- You feel symptoms of anxiety
- You have never used alcohol, tobacco, or marijuana (or used them only 3 times or less)
- You can understand English and have a parent or guardian who can sign permission forms
- You do not have any metal or implants in your body that can't be removed for an MRI scan
- You are not taking certain heart medications or any antipsychotic medicines
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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