Participate in Clinical Research
Clinical research helps researchers evaluate potential new medications, therapies, technologies, and approaches to mental health care.
Depending on the study, eligible participants may receive an investigational treatment or another study intervention. Participation may or may not provide a direct medical benefit, but it may contribute to research that helps advance future care.
What is Clinical Research?
Clinical research studies help researchers determine whether potential treatments, therapies, technologies, or approaches are safe and effective while improving understanding of how they may affect people with specific conditions.Each study has its own requirements, procedures, potential risks, and potential benefits.
Who Can Participate?
Every clinical study has specific eligibility requirements. These factors may include:- Age
- Diagnosis or symptoms
- Previous treatment
- Current medications
- Medical or psychiatric history
- Other study-specific criteria
What to Expect
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Speak With the Research Team
A member of the research team may contact you to discuss your interest and provide additional information.
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Speak With the Research Team
A member of the research team may contact you to discuss your interest and provide additional information.
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Learn About the Study
If an appropriate study may be available, the research team will explain the study, including what participation involves, potential risks, potential benefits, and other important information.
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Decide Whether to Participate
Participation is voluntary. You can ask questions and decide whether participation is right for you.
Informed Consent
Before joining a clinical trial, eligible participants receive information about the study and have an opportunity to ask questions.The informed-consent process is designed to help you understand the study, including its purpose, procedures, potential risks and potential benefits, before deciding whether to participate.
Participation is voluntary, and you may choose not to participate.
Research Opportunities
Find Out About Future Research Opportunities
We are preparing new research opportunities across psychiatry and neuroscience.
Join our research interest list to receive information about opportunities that may become available in your area.
Our Commitment to Responsible Research
Patient safety, dignity, privacy, and informed decision-making are central to research conducted through PsychPlus.
Research is conducted according to applicable study protocols, informed-consent requirements, privacy protections, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice principles, with appropriate independent review as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Interested in Clinical Research?
Tell us that you are interested in learning about research opportunities that may become available in your area.
Join the Research Interest List
Privacy note:
Please do not include detailed medical history or medical records in this form.
Disclaimer:
Submitting an inquiry does not enroll you in a clinical trial, constitute informed consent, or guarantee eligibility or participation. Participation in research is voluntary.