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Welcome to the Schizophrenia Studies Page

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.

DURATION: 12 months
VISITS: 4 visits

LOCATION:

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

COMPENSATION:

Up to $340

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.

DURATION: 3 years
VISITS: 3 visits

LOCATION:

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

COMPENSATION:

$50/visit + parking/bus fare

Social Media Assessment of Risk in Teens (SMART)

Are you 18 years of age? Did you attempt suicide within the past 6 months? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help evaluate whether social media can be used to detect risk for depression and suicide in teens. Eligible participants have at least one social media account. This study involves 1 visit. Compensation is provided.

AGE:

GENDER:

Any

DURATION: 2-3 hours
VISITS: 1

LOCATION:

Virtual Visit (via HIPAA-compliant Zoom)

COMPENSATION:

Yes

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.

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

LOCATION:

Online & By Phone

COMPENSATION:

Up to $125

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.

DURATION: About 45 minutes
VISITS: No in-person visits

LOCATION:

By phone

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.

DURATION: 45 minutes
VISITS: 1 visit or phone call

LOCATION:

By phone

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.

DURATION: About 1 year
VISITS: 3 visits

LOCATION:

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

COMPENSATION:

Up to $850 + parking/bus fare reimbursed

The ASSET Study - 18+19 year olds with a Family History of Mental Illness

Are you age 18 or age 19 and have a parent with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder? If so, you may be to participate in a research study to investigate social and emotional factors affecting teens that may predict a future diagnosis of mental illness. Involves 4 study visits in Oakland. Parent must also participate. Parent and teen will be compensated.

Oakland

Yes

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:

Mental Health and Behavior