https://pittplusme.org/study/2540
Threat Dysregulation in Adolescents at Risk for Psychosis - 18 - 20 year olds
STUDY BASICS
Are you 18-20 years old and having unusual or extraordinary experiences such as hearing voices, having beliefs that other people do not share, or having difficulties concentrating and thinking clearly? You may be able to join a research study to learn more about why some young people develop these symptoms while others do not. Compensation is provided.
STUDY PURPOSE
The purpose of this research study is to learn more about why some young people develop puzzling or unusual symptoms while others do not. To learn about this, we will study thinking patterns, stress responses, and social relationships.
COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?
- You are between ages 18-20
- Have experiences such as hearing voices, having beliefs that other people do not share, or having difficulties concentrating and thinking clearly
- Not diagnosed with a psychotic disorder
WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT
The study will take place over a 1-year period with 3 different time points including:
- In person lab visit with tasks while connected to a heart rate monitor
- Clinical interviews
- Saliva samples
- 14 days of at-home surveys and wearing a chest strap.
IRB: STUDY20060092E
- Ambulatory Monitoring of Threat Dysregulation in Adolescents at Risk for Psychosis
MEET THE RESEARCHER
Leslie Horton
Leslie E. Horton, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Horton, a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, is an experienced and trusted researcher. She specializes in investigating social conditions for people dealing with schizophrenia and related conditions. Aside from her research work, Dr. Horton offers counseling and therapy through the Services for the Treatment of Early Psychosis (STEP) Clinic at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC.