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


fMRI Imaging in Adults Experiencing Depression or Anxiety

Are you between 18-30 years of age and feeling depressed or anxious? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study to help researchers understand how the brain works for people who are depressed or anxious. Study involves 2-3 visits that will involve fMRI scanning, psychiatric interviews, and completing questionnaires. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 30

Duration VISITS:  Up to 3 in-person visits
Location LOCATION:  Loeffler Building & UPMC Presbyterian (Oakland)


MyPaTH Story Booth – COVID-19 Stories

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

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

Duration DURATION:  45 minutes
Location LOCATION:  By phone


PRISM Study – Adults Diagnosed with a Mental Health Disorder

Have you been diagnosed with a mental health disorder (ex., depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD), but have never had any suicidal thoughts or behaviors? Are you 18-30 years old? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to help learn more about how brain activity is related to positive and negative emotions. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 30

Duration DURATION:  9 months
VISITS:  Up to 5 visits
Location LOCATION:  Bellefield Towers - University of Pittsburgh & Scientific Imaging and Brain Research Center (SIBR) - Carnegie Mellon University


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.

Age Range
AGE:   18 and up

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


PRISM Study - Recent Suicidal Thoughts or Behaviors

Have you had recent suicidal thoughts or behaviors? Are you 18-30 years old? If so, you may be able to participate in a research study to help learn more about brain activity in people with suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Compensation is provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 30

Duration DURATION:  9 months
VISITS:  Up to 5 visits
Location LOCATION:  Bellefield Towers - University of Pittsburgh & Scientific Imaging and Brain Research Center (SIBR) - Carnegie Mellon University


MAPS Research Study – Teens Age 18

Are you an 18 year old who has been diagnosed with anxiety, depression, or substance use disorder? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study to help find out if smartphone technology can be used to better understand suicidal thoughts and behaviors in high-risk teens. Compensation provided.

Age Range
AGE:   18

Duration DURATION:  6 months
VISITS:  1 visit + 3 phone calls
Location LOCATION:  Bellefield Towers - Oakland


SOVA Study for Adults with Depression/Anxiety

Are you an adult age 18-26 who is currently experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety, or has in the past? If so, you may be able to help researchers build an online peer support community for depressed and anxious young adults. This study is done entirely online.

Age Range
AGE:   18 - 26

Duration DURATION:  Up to participant
Location LOCATION:  Online



RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:
  Mental Health and Behavior