Have You Tried to Stop Drinking but Can't?
If you or someone you know is drinking too much, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) may be able to help. We conduct studies on how alcohol affects the body and are looking for new ways to treat alcohol problems. If you qualify, you can receive treatment for alcohol use disorder at no-cost while you participate in our research.
You may qualify if you are:
- 18 years old or older
- Have tried to stop drinking but can't
- Use alcohol more than any other drug
- Not pregnant or breastfeeding
During the study, you will:
- Stay at the NIH Clinical Center for about 4 weeks
- Undergo detoxification (if needed) and receive alcohol treatment
- Complete questionnaires, have blood drawn, and have a brain scan
- Receive compensation for your participation
The NIH Clinical Center, America's Research Hospital, is located in Bethesda, MD, on the Metro Red Line (Medical Center stop).
To learn how to participate, contact:
NIH Clinical Center Office of Patient Recruitment
1-866-444-1222
TTY users dial 7-1-1
Email: ccopr@nih.gov
Or go online
Refer to NIH study # 14-AA-0181
Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC)
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)