Research Registry

Research

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The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences rests on a solid foundation of preclinical and clinical neuroscience research being led by leading experts in behavior and cognition, neuropharmacological treatment, innovative brain imaging methodologies, brain network and computational modeling, and animal research. We are fully committed to innovative research that impact the care and treatment in behavioral health.

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Study Title

Summary

Eligibility

 

Multimodal Investigation of Excitatory/Inhibitory Imbalances and Network Dysfunction Related to Motor Control in OCD Youth:¹H fMRS and fMRI Applications

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Help us understand OCD symptoms in teenagers and improve treatment methods.

REQUIREMENTS:
Be 12-19 years of age.
EXCLUSIONS:
Neurological abnormalities, left-handedness, or permanent metal in the body such as orthodontic braces.

 

Rates and perceptions of risk of cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) use during pregnancy

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Survey for pregnant people living in the Detroit area about their perceptions and use of cannabidiol (CBD) and other substances during pregnancy.

REQUIREMENTS:
Be at least 18 years of age, pregnant, English-speaking, and living within 50 miles of Wayne State University (WSU)

 

Warrior CARE Natural Observation Study

The purpose of the study is to examine the effects

of cannabis, also called marijuana, on the health of

veterans who have been diagnosed with PTSD or

are experiencing PTSD like symptoms.

US Veterans aged 19-69 experiencing PTSD symptoms, willing to complete screening process (clinical interviews, blood draws, and saliva samples)

 

Wayne Warrior Cannabis Research and Education: Cannabis and Behavioral Health Study 2

This study examines the use of cannabis and therapy

for treating PTSD and suicidality in US armed forces veterans.

US Veterans aged 19-69 experiencing PTSD symptoms, willing to complete screening process (clinical interviews, blood draws, and saliva samples)

 

Exercise facilitation of adolescent fear extinction, frontolimbic circuitry, and endocannabinoids

Research opportunity for 14-17 yr-olds and

one parent/guardian: Help Wayne State researchers

learn about the effects of exercise on brain health in youth!

Teenagers 14-17 years old who are living in Detroit or the surrounding areas (less than 50 miles) EXLCUSIONS:
Braces or any metal in the body

 

AURORA: Longitudinal Assessment of Posttraumatic Syndromes (Advancing Understanding of Recovery After Trauma)

The AURORA study represents a major national initiative to improve the understanding, prevention, and treatment of posttraumatic neuropsychiatric sequelae.

 

 

Effects of THC on Retention of Memory for Fear Extinction Learning in PTSD: R33 Study

This clinical trial will examine how a type of drug called cannabinoids (e.g., marijuana, THC) effects symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during and after prolonged exposure (PE) therapy

 

 

Beliefs About Medical Cannabis Use and Its Association With Medication Adherence: Surveying Patients and Healthcare Providers

The purpose of this study is to characterize cannabis use habits and beliefs in the general population as well as healthcare providers’ perspectives regarding patient use and medical cannabis efficacy.

 

 

Strategies and Barriers in Recruitment and Retention for Clinical Trials

 

 

 

SPARK taVNS: Stimulating post traumatic adaptive responses through non-invasive vagus nerve enhancement

We are looking for volunteers to participate in our research study on how non-invasive brain stimulation delievered through the ear affects trauma-related problems.

 

 

Multimodal Investigation of Excitatory/Inhibitory Imbalances and Network Dysfunction Related to Motor Control in OCD Youth: ¹H fMRS and fMRI Applications

Help us understand OCD symptoms in teenagers and improve treatment methods.

Requirements
  • Be 12-19 years of age.
Exclusions
  • Neurological abnormalities

  • Left-handedness

  • Permanent metal in the body such as orthodontic braces.
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OCD Study Flyer
 

Areas of Study

Substance Addiction and Gambling

Mood Disorders

  • Translational Physiometrics Laboratory

Stress, Anxiety and Trauma

Psychosis

  • Early identification and treatment of schizophrenia
  • Schizophrenia