Studies at the University of Rochester
Current Studies
Depression Research Study
University of Rochester researchers are seeking volunteers to help in a study about depression. The purpose of the study is to learn why people might or might not seek treatment for depression. Your participation will help the researchers develop public messages to encourage people to get the care they need.
Participation
includes:
A 1-2 hour focus group discussion about your own or a loved one's experiences
with depression. You will receive $35 and light refreshments during
the focus group.
To
be considered:
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You must be between 25-64 years old
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You, a friend, or family member must have been treated for depression
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You must be able to speak and understand English
If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please call Jennifer Becker at (585) 414-9519 or e-mail focusgroupUR@gmail.com.
Bipolar
Disorder Research Study
The University of Rochester is conducting a study of those with bipolar disorder.
Do
you know a woman, age 14-17 years, 28-39 years, or 50-70 years, who
has been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? If so, she may be eligible
for a 2-visit study about stress and physical health being conducted
at Strong Memorial Hospital/ University of Rochester. Payment for participation
in this study is $20 upon completion of the second visit. For more information,
please call Melissa at (585) 275-8389 or email: melissa_parkhurst@urmc.rochester.edu
Purpose of Study
The purpose of this study is to try to determine if increased levels of IL-6, a blood protein that can cause inflammation, and cortisol, a hormone made by the adrenal glands, occur in response to a psychological stressor in bipolar women at three different time points in the lifespan. The study will also examine if elevations in IL-6 and cortisol are related to risk factors you/ your child may have for heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis. These results will give us information for future studies to examine whether IL-6 and cortisol are related to other medical illnesses, including cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and obesity, in the bipolar population.
Other recent research studies are also listed below. Contact information is provided with each study. (Note: Click here for another local investigational research study.)
Study 1: Bipolar Disorder ~ Teen Female Volunteers Needed
Study Group 1: Do you know a young woman, age 13-17 years, who has been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder? If so, she may be eligible for a 2-visit study at Strong Memorial Hospital/University of Rochester. For more information, call (585) 275-8389. Families will be paid $50 for their time and travel costs. The study will last five hours.
Study Group 2: Do you know a teen girl, age 13-17 years, who has no
mental health diagnosis? If so, she may be eligible for a 2-visit study
at Strong Memorial Hospital/University of Rochester. For more information,
call (585) 273-1926. Families will be compensated for their time and
travel costs.
Other Local Studies
Seroquel Study - Sarah Atkinson, MD
Have you or a family member been diagnosed with bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)?
Bipolar disorder is characterized by dramatic mood swings from activity to despair.
If you're 18 years old or more and suffer from bipolar disorder you may be eligible to participate in an international study for an investigational treatment for bipolar disorder.
In Rochester, this study is being conducted by Dr. Sarah Atkinson. Find out more by calling 585-241-9670.
If
you qualify, all office visits, medical evaluations, and medications
related to this study will be provided.
Enriching lives through education, empowerment, advocacy, and support.
DBSA Rochester is a group of local, volunteers who come together on a regular basis to offer each other encouragement and support in living with mood disorders.
If you need immediate help, please dial 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide
prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis.
For more information visit: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
For more information about DBSA Rochester, contact DBSA Rochester Director, Rich Griswold at neuropsych1@gmail.com or 585-571-4238 or call the volunteer-run chapter central phone at 585-234-8432.
For information about DBSA International headquarters visit www.dbsalliance.org or call 1-800-826-3632.
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