Evaluation of patients with mood and anxiety disorders and healthy volunteers
The Evaluation of Patients With Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Healthy Volunteers
This study is looking for people with mood and anxiety disorders, as well as healthy volunteers, to see if they can help with research that aims to better understand these conditions.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 16000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 3 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) NIH |
| Locations | 1 site (Bethesda, Maryland) |
| Trial ID | NCT00024635 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This protocol aims to screen patients with mood and anxiety disorders, as well as healthy volunteers, for participation in research at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Participants will undergo a comprehensive evaluation that includes psychiatric interviews, diagnostic assessments, medical histories, physical exams, and various laboratory tests. The collected data will help enhance understanding of mood disorders and may link to other research protocols for deeper insights into diagnosis and treatment responses. The study serves as an entry point for individuals interested in participating in NIMH-approved research.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals aged 3 to 99 with mood or anxiety disorders, as well as healthy volunteers.
Not a fit: Patients with current alcohol or substance use or dependence may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for mood and anxiety disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies focusing on mood and anxiety disorders have shown success in enhancing understanding and treatment, making this approach both relevant and tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: * Subjects ages 3 to 99 may enroll in the protocol. * Subjects must be competent to comprehend the purpose of the screening process and to provide written informed consent and be willing to participate in NIMH IRB approved research protocols. Minors will be asked to assent and their parents will sign the consent form. EXCLUSION CRITERIA: -Current alcohol or substance use or dependence (excluding nicotine) within the past 3 months of sufficient magnitude to require independent, concurrent treatment intervention (e.g. Antabuse or opiate treatment, but not including self-help groups).
Where this trial is running
Bethesda, Maryland
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center — Bethesda, Maryland, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Carlos A Zarate, M.D. — National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
- Study coordinator: Carlos A Zarate, M.D.
- Email: moodresearch@mail.nih.gov
- Phone: (301) 326-5836
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.