Welcome to the Epilepsy Studies Page

CURRENT STUDIES THAT MAY INTEREST YOU

Epilepsy & Gynecology Clinic - Caregiver

Are you the caregiver of an 18–35-year-old female diagnosed with epilepsy? You may be eligible for a research study about how women with epilepsy prefer to receive neurologic and gynecologic care, including if they would go to a joint neurology/gynecology clinic. Participation in this study involves completing an hour-long, one-on-one interview over Zoom with a research assistant.

Caregiver Health

AGE: 18 and older

DURATION: about 1 hour

VISITS: 1

LOCATION: Zoom videoconference

COMPENSATION: $25 e-gift card

Epilepsy & Gynecology Clinic

Are you 18-35 years old, female/assigned female at birth, and diagnosed with epilepsy? You may be eligible for a research study about how women with epilepsy prefer to receive neurologic and gynecologic care, including if they would go to a joint neurology/gynecology clinic. Participation in this study involves completing an hour-long, one-on-one interview over Zoom with a research assistant.

DURATION: about 1 hour

VISITS: 1

LOCATION: Zoom videoconference

COMPENSATION: $25 gift card

NO IN-PERSON VISITS

Complementary and alternative medicine use and the role of physician trust levels in pediatric epilepsy

Are you the parent of a child diagnosed with epilepsy? You may be eligible for a research study to better understand what role the relationship between you and your child's doctor plays in your decisions regarding your child's medical care. Participation involves one survey that takes about 10-15 minutes to complete.

AGE: 18 and older

DURATION: 10-15 minutes

VISITS: 1 survey

LOCATION: Online

COMPENSATION: Three participants who complete the survey will be chosen at random to receive an Amazon Gift Card

Interviews about Long-Acting Reversible Contraception in People with Chronic Medical Conditions

Have you been diagnosed with epilepsy, diabetes, or cystic fibrosis? You may be eligible for a research study to understand decision making about long-acting reversible contraception (such as an IUD or Nexplanon). Participation involves one interview (over Zoom) that lasts about 1 hour. Compensation is provided.

DURATION: about 1 hour

VISITS: 1

LOCATION: Zoom videoconferencing

COMPENSATION: $50 e-gift card

Youth and caregiver feedback - Age 18-22

Do you have epilepsy? You may be eligible for a research study to share thoughts about how doctors could better talk about reproductive health with young people who have epilepsy and their parents or caregivers. The research study will involve an interview on Zoom that lasts up to 60 minutes. Compensation is provided.

Epilepsy

Other Reproductive and Sexual Health

Women's Health

AGE: 18-22

SEX: Female

DURATION: 60 minutes

VISITS: 1

LOCATION: Zoom videoconferencing

COMPENSATION: $50 gift card for completing the interview

PBPK

Are you a woman with epilepsy who is planning pregnancy? You may be eligible to participate in a research study that focuses on women with epilepsy during pregnancy. The purpose of this study is to learn more about anti-seizure medication blood level changes during pregnancy and the amount of exposure to the unborn child and nursing infant.

Epilepsy

Pregnancy and Postpartum Health

Women's Health

AGE: 18 and over

SEX: Female

DURATION: Preconception to about 6 weeks - 1 year postpartum

VISITS: 6 visits plus additional optional visits

LOCATION: Kaufmann Building - Oakland

COMPENSATION: Up to $875

RELATED RESEARCH AREAS:

Brain and Neurological Disorders