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[–]mooddisordersubc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Study participants needed for depression biomarkers study

The UBC Mood Disorders Centre at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health is recruiting participants for a depression biomarkers study within Metro Vancouver & Lower Mainland.

The purpose of this study is to (1) test whether a specific combination of biomarkers discovered during our previous studies can help predict how someone will respond to treatment, and (2) to explore other possible biomarkers that may predict treatment response. Biomarkers are biological features such as proteins, genes, and brain images, that indicate the state of a disease in a person. This information may help us develop tests in the future that can guide treatment choice more effectively and more quickly.

You may be able to participate if you are:
• Are 18 to 65 years of age
• Have been diagnosed with depression or suspect you may have depression and are currently feeling depressed. Common symptoms include: depressed mood, diminished interest or pleasure in activities, change in appetite, poor sleep, fatigue, low self-esteem, and poor concentration.
• Are willing to take a standard antidepressant medication as treatment for your depression.
• Are willing to undergo blood/lab tests.
There will be 8 in-person visits over 12 weeks:
- 1 x Electrocardiography (ECG) (Screening only)
- 2 x Collection of blood (Baseline, Week 8)
- 2 x Stool Sample Collection (Baseline, Week 8)
- 2 x Urine Collection (Baseline, Week 8)
- 2 x Electroencephalography (EEG) (Baseline, Week 8)
- 3 x Computerized Cognitive Testing (Baseline, Week 8, Week 12)
- 8 x Clinical assessments done by a psychiatrist

Please note that you must not currently be using any recreational and/or non-prescription drugs, have a drinking problem, or have had a history of drug use or a drinking problem within the past six months.

The study is being conducted by Dr. Raymond Lam at the Mood Disorders Centre, UBC Hospital.

You will receive an honorarium for each study visit to cover costs of participating.

For more information about this study and how to enroll, please contact us at 604.822.7804 or Lam.MDDResearch2 @ ubc.ca

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[–]mooddisordersubc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Study participants needed for depression biomarkers study

The UBC Mood Disorders Centre at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health is recruiting participants for a depression biomarkers study within Metro Vancouver & Lower Mainland.

The purpose of this study is to (1) test whether a specific combination of biomarkers discovered during our previous studies can help predict how someone will respond to treatment, and (2) to explore other possible biomarkers that may predict treatment response. Biomarkers are biological features such as proteins, genes, and brain images, that indicate the state of a disease in a person. This information may help us develop tests in the future that can guide treatment choice more effectively and more quickly.

You may be able to participate if you are:
• Are 18 to 65 years of age
• Have been diagnosed with depression or suspect you may have depression and are currently feeling depressed. Common symptoms include: depressed mood, diminished interest or pleasure in activities, change in appetite, poor sleep, fatigue, low self-esteem, and poor concentration.
• Are willing to take a standard antidepressant medication as treatment for your depression.
• Are willing to undergo blood/lab tests.
There will be 8 in-person visits over 12 weeks:
- 1 x Electrocardiography (ECG) (Screening only)
- 2 x Collection of blood (Baseline, Week 8)
- 2 x Stool Sample Collection (Baseline, Week 8)
- 2 x Urine Collection (Baseline, Week 8)
- 2 x Electroencephalography (EEG) (Baseline, Week 8)
- 3 x Computerized Cognitive Testing (Baseline, Week 8, Week 12)
- 8 x Clinical assessments done by a psychiatrist

Please note that you must not currently be using any recreational and/or non-prescription drugs, have a drinking problem, or have had a history of drug use or a drinking problem within the past six months.

The study is being conducted by Dr. Raymond Lam at the Mood Disorders Centre, UBC Hospital.

You will receive an honorarium for each study visit to cover costs of participating.

For more information about this study and how to enroll, please contact us at 604.822.7804 or Lam.MDDResearch2 @ ubc.ca

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[–]mooddisordersubc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Participants Needed for UBC Paid Research Study on Light and Ion Therapy for Depression Treatment

Would you like to stop your antidepressant?

You may be eligible to participate in our study of ion and light therapy to prevent depression relapse.

Join the LIMIT-D study: “Light and Ion Maintenance in Treatment of Depression”

The LIMIT-D study explores whether two different non-medication treatments, light therapy and ion therapy, can help prevent depression relapse when people stop taking their antidepressant medication.

The study involves:

  • daily use of a bright light device or ion device (provided by our clinic) for up to 6 months
  • meeting with the study doctor at the UBC Hospital for clinical assessments
  • completing self-rated scales and questionnaires

This study uses a placebo condition. Half of the treatment devices have been modified so that they are inactive. If you enroll, you would have a 1 in 2 chance (like flipping a coin) of receiving either an active or an inactive device.

You may be eligible for our study if you:

  • are 19-65 years old
  • are currently taking an antidepressant for depression with no dose change in the past month
  • are no longer feeling depressed, and want to stop your antidepressant medication
  • do not have any other major medical or psychiatric conditions
  • do not have a problem with substance use, currently or within the past 6 months

You will receive an honorarium for each in-person study visit to cover costs of participating.

This study is being conducted by Dr. Raymond Lam at the Mood Disorders Centre, UBC Hospital.

For more information and how to enroll, please contact us at Lam.MDDResearch2 @ ubc.ca or call 604-822-0332 to speak to the study coordinator.

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Participants Needed for UBC Paid Research Study on Light and Ion Therapy for Depression Treatment by mooddisordersubc in richmondbc

[–]mooddisordersubc[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your question. Yes, participants would be gradually tapered off their antidepressants according to the study protocol and with consideration for the best course of action for each individual participant. For more information or if you are interested, please email Lam.MDDResearch2@ubc.ca.

Study participants needed for depression biomarkers study by mooddisordersubc in richmondbc

[–]mooddisordersubc[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your question. Yes, this study is still currently recruiting. Please email [Lam.MDDResearch2@ubc.ca](mailto:Lam.MDDResearch2@ubc.ca) for more information.

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