Research
The Clinical Research Program
RESEARCH PROTOCOLS
Our Center's research focus is the Diagnosis, Course and Treatment of Mood Disorders, especially Manic Depressive Illness (MDI), often called Bipolar Disorder. We are interested in the onset, longitudinal course, and response to pharmacological treatments of these Disorders. Your participation is welcome. If you already have an account, please sign-in. We are currently collecting research data from volunteers and/or their parent/guardian.
You (and your child) can choose to be included in any of the following studies:
-Phenomenology of MDI in childhood
Complete: Enrollment, Mood Disorders Center Questionnaire-Child (MDQC), YBOCS, Aggression Scale, YMRS-K.
-Phenomenology of Age at Onset
Complete: Mood Disorders Center Questionnaire-Adult(MDQA). Requires an Interview (if included in the study; for more information.)
-Sensory Profiles in children with Affective Dysregulation
Complete: Enrollment, Mood Disorders Center Questionnaire-Child (MDQC), Sensory Profile
-Actigraphy in children with Affective Dysregulation
Complete: Enrollment, Mood Disorders Center Questionnaire-Child (MDQC). If eligible for study, the center will contact you with more information.
-K-SADS-PL diagnoses and comorbidity in childhood Mood Disorders
Complete: Enrollment, Mood Disorders Center Questionnaire-Child (MDQC), YBOCS, Aggression Scale, YMRS-K.
Informed Consent - Child version
INFORMED CONSENT FOR PARTICIPATION IN RESEARCH
Before allowing participation in any research study, we require that a document called the Informed Consent (IC) - Child be completed.
The Informed Consent has to be read and clearly understood. An original IC form must be printed, signed and mailed to the Center's address.
Informed Consent - Adult version
INFORMED CONSENT FOR PARTICIPATION IN RESEARCH
Before allowing participation in any research study, we require that a document called the Informed Consent (IC) - Adult be completed.
The Informed Consent has to be read and clearly understood. An original IC form must be printed, signed and mailed to the Center's address.