Why is research important and how can you participate?
Research is critical
to increasing our knowledge of depression, bipolar and anxiety disorders,
and other brain conditions. Without scientific research, the advances made
to date would not have happened and future advancements would not be possible.
Clinical research depends upon the involvement of patients and/or healthy people, and is at the heart of the Michigan approach to battling psychiatric illnesses. Researchers seek answers to questions such as:
- Why is stress so important in triggering events and how can we measure it?
- What changes does stress produce in our brains?
- How do genes affect how a person reacts to stress?
- How does stress affect sleep?
- How can we better cope with stress?
We are grateful to our patients who participate in research. They recognize that one of the many benefits of being here is the opportunity to help advance knowledge and speed the pace of innovation.
Whether or not you actively participate in a research study, your care will be positively impacted by the questions we’re asking – and answering – behind the scenes.
Read about Depression Center researchers' perspective on research participation based on on their many years of experience developing studies and working with participants.
If you are interested in participating in a research study, we’re here to help you explore that possibility. Ask your clinician about getting involved, and visit www.UMClinicalStudies.org to learn more about clinical andhealth research being conducted across the University.
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