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Official title Mitigating the Disinhibiting Effects of Alcohol With Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07188376
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn how a specific type of brain stimulation affects alcohol-related decision-making and self-control in adults who drink alcohol. The main questions the study aims to answer are: Does brain stimulation change how people behave after drinking alcohol?
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 29. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age 21-29
- Must be competent in English
- BMI between 19 and 26
- At least a high school education
- Moderate alcohol users (e.g., at least occasional alcohol use, without meeting criteria for alcohol use disorder)
You likely can't join if
- History of seizures or a first-degree relative with seizure history
- History of head trauma or other CNS injuries
- Current or past psychiatric disorders (including substance use disorder, except nicotine or caffeine)
- Contraindications for non-invasive brain stimulation (e.g., metal implants, pacemaker)
- Currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Current use of medications that lower seizure threshold
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 21-29
- Must be competent in English
- BMI between 19 and 26
- At least a high school education
- Moderate alcohol users (e.g., at least occasional alcohol use, without meeting criteria for alcohol use disorder)
- Negative urine drug screen for illicit drugs
- Negative urine pregnancy test (if applicable) on testing days
- History of seizures or a first-degree relative with seizure history
- History of head trauma or other CNS injuries
- Current or past psychiatric disorders (including substance use disorder, except nicotine or caffeine)
- Contraindications for non-invasive brain stimulation (e.g., metal implants, pacemaker)
- Currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Current use of medications that lower seizure threshold
- Positive alcohol withdrawal symptoms
- Smokes more than five cigarettes per day (to avoid acute nicotine effects or withdrawal during visits)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Lexington, Kentucky, 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, 21 years to 29 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Lexington, Kentucky, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.