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New treatment option for Decision Making
Official title Craving & Decision-Making
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06440577
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Craving is the strong desire for something, such as for substances in drug addiction and food or other activities in everyday life. Recent work suggests craving can influence how people make decisions and assign value to choice options available to them, yet the neural mechanisms underlying these interactions between craving and valuation remain unknown.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- At least 18 years of age
- Willingness to follow study requirements, as evidenced by an ability to provide written informed consent and read, understand, and complete the study...
- Minimum of 6th grade reading level Additional for participants with OUD:
- Primary diagnosis of OUD encompassing heroin and/or painkiller use
- Receiving medications for OUD treatment on an outpatient basis
You likely can't join if
- Unable to speak or read English
- Active psychosis or mania
- Current or past schizophrenia diagnosis
- History of intellectual disability or developmental or neurological disorder, seizures or epilepsy, or loss consciousness lasting more than 30 minutes
- Severe medical conditions requiring hospitalization or that, in the opinion of the study staff could compromise study participation
- MRI contraindications (claustrophobia, nonremovable piercings, certain metal in the body etc.) or pregnancy Additional exclusion criteria for...
See the full eligibility criteria
- At least 18 years of age
- Willingness to follow study requirements, as evidenced by an ability to provide written informed consent and read, understand, and complete the study procedures
- Minimum of 6th grade reading level Additional for participants with OUD:
- Primary diagnosis of OUD encompassing heroin and/or painkiller use
- Receiving medications for OUD treatment on an outpatient basis
- At least 12-month history of opioid use
- Unable to speak or read English
- Active psychosis or mania
- Current or past schizophrenia diagnosis
- History of intellectual disability or developmental or neurological disorder, seizures or epilepsy, or loss consciousness lasting more than 30 minutes
- Severe medical conditions requiring hospitalization or that, in the opinion of the study staff could compromise study participation
- MRI contraindications (claustrophobia, nonremovable piercings, certain metal in the body etc.) or pregnancy Additional exclusion criteria for community control participants:
- Positive urine drug screen
- Current or past problematic substance use other than nicotine, and alcohol abuse confined to college or military service
- Current or past bipolar disorder diagnosis
- Use of central nervous system medications within the past 6 weeks (e.g., antidepressants, Ritalin)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Piscataway, New Jersey, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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