Biomarkers of Conversion Risk and Treatment Response in Early-Stage Schizophrenia - First Episode Study
		
	
		
			
				| Sponsor: | NIMH | 
			
			
				| Enrolling: | Male and Female Patients | 
							
					| Study Length: | 1 Months | 
						
							
					| Clinic Visits: | 6 | 
			
			
                            
                    | IRB Number: | 7474 | 
            
					
			
				| Contact: | Hannah Hesson: 646-774-5209 / hannah.hesson@nyspi.columbia.edu | 
		
	
		Are you between the ages of 18-35? Do you have schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder? Researchers at the New York State Psychiatric Institute are currently seeking participants who are interested in a brief trial of anti-psychotic medication. This study will include: - magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - a physical exam - clinical and neurocognitive assessments over a four-week period. If all elements of the study are completed, participants can make up to $550.00. For further information about the study and your eligibility, please contact Hannah at the New York State Psychiatric Institute at 646-774-5209.
	
			This study is closed
	
	   	
		Investigator
		
		Lawrence Kegeles, MD
		
					   
	
		
		
		
			
				
					| Are you between the ages of 18-35? | Yes | No | 
				
									
						| Have you ever had unusual thoughts, experiences or feelings? | Yes | No | 
								
									
						| Do you live in the New York Metropolitan Area? | Yes | No |