Imaging of Alcohol and Reward Seeking Behavior

David Kareken, PhD

Primary Investigator

Recruiting

21 years - 30 years

All

Phase N/A

1 Location

Brief description of study

This is a research study about the brain's reward centers and what they might tell us about the brain's reward system and the risk for developing alcoholism.

Detailed description of study

The purpose of this study is to determine how particular human brain reward regions and striatal dopamine are involved in alcohol seeking behaviors, separate from and uncontaminated by alcohol intoxication. This study will therefore help us to understand the physiological mechanisms of the motivated behaviors that drive maladaptive behavior in alcohol use disorders.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

Conditions: all
Age: 21 years - 30 years
Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria
Subject who drinks alcohol
Able to understand questionnaires/procedures in English

Additional Information:

Participants will be paid for their participation.

Updated on 22 May 2026. Study ID: 1608866854

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