CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU


The PROMISE Study

Are you aged 18-30 years old and currently participating in outpatient mental health treatment? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study to help learn more about biological markers related to suicidal thoughts and behavior in young adults. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 30

Duration DURATION:  12 months
VISITS:  4 visits
Location LOCATION: 

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (WPIC) or other select Pittsburgh-area UPMC hospitals
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

Up to $340

All of Us Pennsylvania Research Program

You may be able to change the future of medicine. The All of Us PA Research Program is enrolling adults 18 years of age or older. This may be your chance to improve how your children and your children’s children receive medical care.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

Duration VISITS:  one in person visit
Location LOCATION: 

Convenient locations near you including Altoona, Monroeville, North Hills, Oakland, Philadelphia, Shadyside, the South Hills and more!

Compensation COMPENSATION: 

$25.00 gift card

Social Media Assessment of Risk in Teens (SMART) – Age 18

Did you attempt suicide in the past 6 months? Are you 18 years of age? You may be eligible to participate in a 1-visit online research study to help find out if social media can be used to identify depression and suicide risk in teens. Eligible participants must have at least one social media account (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram). Compensation is provided.

NO IN-PERSON VISITS REQUIRED
 
Age Range
AGE:   18

Duration DURATION:  2-3 hours
VISITS:  1
Location LOCATION: 

Virtual Visit (via HIPAA-compliant Zoom)
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

Yes

Mood Study

Do you have a history of a mood disorder (depression or bipolar disorder) or psychotic disorder? Are you the parent of a child aged 13-19? You and your child may be able to participate in a research study to help understand how mental illness develops. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

Duration DURATION:  3 years
VISITS:  3 visits
Location LOCATION: 

Remote/online procedures & MR Research Center at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital - Oakland
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

$50/visit + parking/bus fare

GENEOS Research Study – Ages 18-21

Have you been diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder, or schizoaffective disorder? Are you between the ages of 18-21? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to help better understand the causes of mental illness. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 21

Duration DURATION:  About 1 year
VISITS:  3 visits
Location LOCATION: 

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC & UPMC Presbyterian Hospital (Oakland)
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

Up to $850 + parking/bus fare reimbursed

MyPaTH Story Booth – COVID-19 Stories

Participants are invited to share how they are maintaining their health during the coronavirus pandemic, or to share what it is like being ill with COVID-19 and/or caring for a loved one who is ill with COVID-19. Participation in this research study involves one 45-minute session that takes place over the phone. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

NO IN-PERSON VISITS REQUIRED
 
Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

Duration DURATION:  About 45 minutes
VISITS:  No in-person visits
Location LOCATION: 

By phone
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

NONE

MyPaTH Story Booth 2.0

Interested in sharing your story about health, illness, or research? Patients and caregivers are needed to participate in a research study to help learn more about topics that are important to you and that may improve health and health care. Participation involves one 45-minute session that takes place over the phone. Eligible participants must be able to read and understand English.

NO IN-PERSON VISITS REQUIRED
 
Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

Duration DURATION:  45 minutes
VISITS:  1 visit or phone call
Location LOCATION: 

By phone
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

NONE

EASY Research Study – Ages 18-24

Are you an 18-24 year old who has recently accessed emergency or crisis services for behavioral health related issues? If so, you may be able to take part in a research study to help better understand how to assess mood, behaviors, and suicide risk in young adults. This study involves four online or phone sessions over about one year. Compensation is provided.

NO IN-PERSON VISITS REQUIRED
 
Age Range
AGE:   18 - 24

Duration DURATION:  1 year
VISITS:  4 (no in-person visits)
Location LOCATION: 

Online & By Phone
Compensation COMPENSATION: 

Up to $125


RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:
  Mental Health and Behavior