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Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital
1650 Moon Lake Blvd.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60194
800-432-5005 or 847-755-8330

Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital of Hoffman Estates is participating in the testing of investigational medications for the treatment of behavioral health conditions such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and bipolar disorder. We will be beginning new study trials for psychotic depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.  In some of these new upcoming trials, there will not be a placebo control.  Our outpatient depression and schizophrenia trials continue.

These trials provide a treatment option for many. Hospitalization, medical history and a physical, a psychiatric evaluation, case management, and study medication are provided at no cost. For selected studies, follow-up services will be available at no cost.

Criteria are:

• 18 years of age or older
• Appropriate diagnosis for the investigational medications.
• Medically stable.

Contact Colleen Caron, R.N., Community Liaison, at 847-755-8330 for further information.

University of Chicago
Schizophrenia Gene Detection
888-536-5513

The University of Chicago is doing genetic research on schizophrenia. The principal investigator, Pablo V. Gejman, is seeking families with two or more siblings who have experienced schizophrenia. Parents are also asked to participate. Research, and the subsequent results, will benefit future generations.

Participation requires two interviews and a blood sample. Participants will be paid $75 to cover their costs. The amount of time required is approximately four hours.

University of Chicago
Bipolar Disorder Gene Detection
866-644-4363

Volunteers are needed for genetic research on Bipolar Disorder.

The University of Chicago is seeking individuals with Bipolar Disorder and individuals and families with Bipolar Disorder to participate in our genetic study.

Participants will have a 2-4 hour diagnostic interview, provide a blood sample, provide family history, and complete self-report questionnaires. No travel is required and participants will be compensated $75.00 for their time.

Contact our study line at 866-51-GENES or 773-834-3560.

More information is provided on our website ucfamily.org

University of Illinois at Chicago
Psychiatric Clinical Research Center
1740 W. Taylor Street
Chicago, IL 60612
312-413-4539

A number of new inpatient research studies are open for adults with diagnoses of schizophrenia , bipolar disorder, and major depression. Patients who are admitted to the clinical research unit will not be charged for their treatment. For further information about patient referral or clinical research protocols, please contact:

Suzanne Schmidtke, LCSW
312-413-4539

Rush Presbyterian - St. Luke's Medical Center
1725 W. Harrison, Suite 955
Chicago, IL 60612
312-980-6356

Call for information on current studies.

Midwest Center for Neurobehavioral Medicine
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
630-705-1501

Call for information on a medication research study in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorders.  Eligible participants receive evaluations, study medication and study-related procedures at no cost.

National Institute of Mental Health Laboratory
of Clinical Science
OCD Family Genetic Study

Families are needed for a family genetic study of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.  The future depends on research.

Contact John Cause at 301-496-3421 and the staff will be glad to answer questions and send you a brochure.  You may also get a copy of the brochure from the NAMI DuPage Office.

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