Recruitment Registry
We are seeking adults, 18 and over, to join our various research studies. Adults can have a mental health diagnosis (i.e. depression) or be a healthy control (no mental health diagnosis). Participation may include answering surveys/questionnaires/interviews, MRI scans, or clinical trials that involve testing new drugs. If you would like to learn more or are interested in participating, please click the link below and complete the contact form.
Seeking Volunteers
The following Healthy Mind Lab studies are currently accepting new participants.
Ipcs in TRD
Ipcs is a new device study for severe treatment resistant depression (TRD) – accepting applicants ages 21-80 years
Ipcs a research study looking at the safety and efficacy of intracalvarial prefrontal cortical stimulation in treatment resistant depressed (TRD) persons. Enrollment is open.
COMPASS Pathfinder Studies
Exploring potential new routes away from treatment-resistant depression.
The Compass Pathfinder studies are looking into a potential new approach for people with TRD using an investigational medicine, called psilocybin therapy or psilocybin treatment, given with psychological support. The study is suitable for people who have been diagnosed with major depression and are currently experiencing a recurrent or single episode of depression and have not responded to antidepressant treatment.
More Research Studies at Washington University School of Medicine
Volunteer for Research
Volunteer for Health helps researchers at Washington University School of Medicine match volunteers with studies. Click below to learn more and register to be contacted about future studies.
Find a Study
StudySearch is an online listing of research studies at Washington University School of Medicine that are seeking volunteers. Click below to browse current clinical trials.
Check out our past studies!
The following Healthy Mind Lab studies have either completed the recruitment period or are temporarily not accepting new volunteers at this time:
Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation
Our research has shown that outcomes will improve through more intense and engaging therapy. We have developed Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation, a new approach designed to encourage patients to more intensely engage in physical and occupational therapy.
Enlighten Early Study
Seeking individuals ages 16-40 with Schizophrenia, Schizophreniform or Bipolar Disorder to complete a 16-week medication study
The purpose of the Enlighten Early study is to measure the effects of a new medication called ALKS 3831 on body weight in young adults with Schizophrenia, Schizophreniform or Bipolar Disorder.
HealthyBodies | HealthyMinds
Seeking individuals ages 12+ to complete 1-week study completely from your smart phone
The HealthyBodies | HealthyMinds app, available free on the App Store, will collect information on your eating and exercise habits throughout the day
IOTA
Improving health outcomes and supporting weight management in adults ages 18-65 who are currently taking antipsychotic medication
We’re testing the effectiveness of an interactive obesity treatment approach (iOTA) in adults with severe mental illness (SMI). This treatment combines in-person health coaching visits with daily text messages to help keep you motivated and on track with your health and weight management goals.
iTBS
Seeking older adults (ages 60-85) with depression to complete a 6-week study
This study will examine whether an intervention using magnets called intermittent Theta Burst Stimulation (iTBS) alleviates depression and improves people’s ability to plan, make decisions and take action.
MEDEX
MEDEX is a research study involving classes, health screenings and memory assessments to improve memory and concentration for adults ages 65+
MEDEX is a research study to examine the benefits for older adults of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), health education, and exercise to improve memory, attention, and concentration. Enrollment is now closed.
Optimum
Improving treatment for adults 60+ who are currently depressed and taking antidepressant medication
Optimum is a research study to find out which medications work best and are safest for individuals who are 60+.
