We are seeking participants for our ongoing research projects. If you qualify for any of our studies and are interested in participating, please contact the listed recruiter.
Studies of Schizophrenia
You may qualify depending on...
| the length of illness |
| the medications you may be taking |
| other factors |
Eligible participants will be asked to complete the following...
| interviews and neuropsychological tests |
| brain imaging studies |
| weight management |
| the comparison of two treatment approaches |
Participants are reimbursed for their participation in the research.
Contact: Diana Mermon 412-586-9000 or Kevin Eklund 412-586-9009
Systematic Evaluation of Antiviral Medication in Schizophrenia (SEAMS)
To qualify you must meet the following criteria...
| have schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder |
| between the ages of 18 and 50 years |
| not pregnant |
| do not have any serious medical conditions |
| screening to confirm eligibility |
Eligible participants will be asked to complete the following...
| complete a clinical interview |
| complete neuropsychological tests |
| provide a sample of blood |
| brain imaging |
| take either antiviral medication or placebo for 16 weeks |
Reimbursement is offered.
Contact: Alicia Thomas 412-586-9096
Study Involving Relatives of Schizophrenia or Schizoaffective Patients
To qualify, you must meet the following criteria...
| between the ages of 10 and 50 years |
| no history of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder |
| no current problems with drugs or alcohol |
| have a first-degree (parents, siblings) relative with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder |
| certain medical conditions and medications may disqualify one from participation |
Eligible participants will be asked to complete the following...
| physical, psychiatric, and neuropsychological examinations |
| brain imaging studies |
| diagnostic interview with the relative with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder |
You and your relative will be paid for the time you participate in the study.
Contact: Diana Mermon 412-586-9000 or Elizabeth Radomsky 412-586-9007
Investigating the Risk Factors for Bipolar Disorder
You may qualify if...
| you have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder |
| you have a child between the ages of 10 and 20 years |
| you are willing to have your child undergo an MRI scan and some computer tests |
You and your relative will be paid for the time you participate in the study.
Contact: Diana Mermon 412-586-9000
Healthy Subjects for Comparison Studies
To qualify, you must meet the following criteria...
| between the ages of 10 and 50 years |
| no prior history of psychiatric illness or problems with drugs or alcohol |
| no first degree relatives (parents, siblings) with a history of psychotic or bipolar illness and no second degree relatives (grandparents, aunts, uncles, first cousins) with a psychotic disorder |
| no current emotional or nervous problems |
Eligible participants will be asked to complete the following...
| physical, psychiatric, and neuropsychological examinations |
| brain imaging studies |
You will be paid for the time you participate in the study.
Contact: Diana Mermon 412-586-9000 or Govner Thorp 412-586-9008