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Behavioral Psychopharmacology Research Laboratory & Sleep Research Laboratory | Study Recruitment
Study Recruitment
The following are studies at the BRPL and SRL for which we are looking for volunteers. See the McLean Research study page for more information about these and other clinical trials at McLean.
Alcohol Treatment Study
A research group at McLean Hospital is conducting a research study of the effects of an FDA approved medication for alcohol dependence. You may qualify to participate if you:
- Are between the ages of 18-65
- Have recently stopped drinking alcohol or completed an alcohol detox
- Are interested in treatment
- Can come to the laboratory for 6 study visits and 2 MRI's
You may earn up to $600 compensation for your participation. Call 1-888-999-5655 and leave name and phone number. Strictly confidential.
Marihuana & Sleep Study
Researchers at McLean Hospital are looking for men and women to participate in a 2 week study on the effects of marihuana on sleep. Study involves sleeping in our laboratory Monday through Thursday nights with one night of sleep deprivation. You must be:
- Between the ages of 21 and 45 years old
- Able to come to the lab to sleep Monday through Thursday nights for two weeks
- Able to stay awake one full night and the next day without any sleep
You may earn up to $800 for your participation. Please call our recruiting line 617-855-2359. All replies are completely confidential.
Alcohol Drinking Study: Regular Drinkers Wanted
Researchers at McLean Hospital are looking for frequent alcohol drinkers to participate in a 6-8 week study to investigate the effects of an herbal preparation on alcohol consumption. You may qualify if you:
- Are between the ages of 21-45
- Drink alcohol regularly
- Are in good physical and mental health
- Are able to come to McLean for multiple visits over a 6-8 week period
Blood Sampling is Required. You may earn up to $650 for your participation. Please call our recruiting line at 617-855-3823 or www.drug-studies.org. All calls are completely confidential.
Marijuana Smokers Wanted
Researchers at McLean Hospital are looking for healthy marijuana smokers to participate in a sleep study investigating subjective and physiological states with exposures to marijuana cues. The study requires two laboratory visits including one overnight visit. You may qualify if you:
- Smoke marijuana
- Are between the ages of 18-55
- Are in good physical and mental health
You may earn up to $375 for your participation. Please call our recruiting line at 617-855-2359 or visit www.drug-studies.org. All calls are completely confidential.
Healthy Volunteers Wanted
Researchers at McLean Hospital are looking for healthy volunteers to participate in a research study to understand how sedative-type drugs affect the brain. You may qualify if you:
- Are between the ages of 21 and 35
- Are willing to have an MRI
- Are able to come to McLean for multiple visits
Round trip transportation will be provided. You may earn $625 for you participation. Please call our recruiting line at 617-855-2359
Healthy Smokers Wanted
Researchers at McLean Hospital are looking for healthy smokers to participate in studies of the effects of smoking. If you qualify, you could earn up to $350. You may qualify if you:
- Smoke cigarettes
- Are 18 - 45 years old
- Are in good physical and mental health
Blood sampling is required. Please call 1-888-999-5655 or visit www.drug-studies.org All calls are completely confidential.
