How brain function relates to substance abuse behavior and psychiatric illness

Details
Dates Volunteer is Needed: 
Currently
Number of Volunteers Needed: 
50
Description of the Volunteer Opportunity: 

Purpose of Study: Using fMRI, physiological and other behavioral information to better understand how substance abuse and psychiatric illness are related.
Protocol Summary: If eligible, your commitment requires about 4 appointments, each running 3-4 hours long. Completion of the protocol usually takes 4-6 weeks. Most people will participate for about a total of 10-12 hours. You will be paid $20.00/hour and at the end of your last appointment. You will undergo two MRI's, two interviews, a saliva sample, and several questionnaires.
Basic Eligibility Criteria: Adults (ages 18-75) who are currently on probation or parole or have recently completed their probation or parole, and those with or without past cocaine abuse.
IRB approved
HRRC #: 10-315

Skills Needed: 
Areas of Interest: 
Substance Abuse
Great for: 
Adults
Who Will Be Impacted Through This Project: 

Future substance abusers

Is This an Ongoing Opportunity?: 
Yes
Minimum Age of Volunteers: 
18
Nonprofit Will Provide: 

$20/hour for participation, paid at the END of the last appointment

Last Updated: Jun 13 2025
Address of Project Site
1101 Yale Blvd NE
Albuquerque
NM
87106
Contact Info
Phone: 
(505) 925-2368

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