Choosing a Clinical Trial Clinical trials are just one of many treatment options in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. Research studies offer exciting new treatment possibilities. And for others with chronic disorders that do not respond to conventional treatment, clinical trials may offer new hope.
Considerations before enrolling in a clinical trials
	Eligibility - researchers follow strict criteria to recruit voluntary participants into clinical trials. There are both inclusion and exclusion criteria such as age, gender and treatment history to name a few.
	Cost - most trials conducted in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences are free of charge and may reimburse you for any travel expenses. The research associate assigned to the clinical trial will give you the details regarding the financial expectations of your participation.
	Duration - clinical trials may last from a few weeks to several years. The frequency of your visits will also vary. The research associate will provide you with a schedule of appointment dates and times.
	Risks - researchers start a clinical trial with the anticipation of some side effects, however not all can be known ahead of time. Therefore a trial is not considered risk-free. If a new treatment presents with severe and/or dangerous side effects, the trial is immediately discontinued and the participants receive care to ensure they are not harmed.
	Benefits - although clinical trials offer no guarantees, researchers believe that the drug or treatment will provide benefits equal to or greater than the standardized treatment methods.
Remember, always discuss your healthcare concerns with your doctor and let them know you are considering participation in a clinical trial. Be sure to ask the research associate to review the trial criteria and possible side effects before you sign any forms. And keep in mind that you can withdraw from the trial at any time, and will not be penalized for doing so.

Choosing a Clinical Trial

Clinical trials are just one of many treatment options in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences. Research studies offer exciting new treatment possibilities. And for others with chronic disorders that do not respond to conventional treatment, clinical trials may offer new hope.

Considerations before enrolling in a clinical trials

Eligibility - researchers follow strict criteria to recruit voluntary participants into clinical trials. There are both inclusion and exclusion criteria such as age, gender and treatment history to name a few.

Cost - most trials conducted in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences are free of charge and may reimburse you for any travel expenses. The research associate assigned to the clinical trial will give you the details regarding the financial expectations of your participation.

Duration - clinical trials may last from a few weeks to several years. The frequency of your visits will also vary. The research associate will provide you with a schedule of appointment dates and times.

Risks - researchers start a clinical trial with the anticipation of some side effects, however not all can be known ahead of time. Therefore a trial is not considered risk-free. If a new treatment presents with severe and/or dangerous side effects, the trial is immediately discontinued and the participants receive care to ensure they are not harmed.

Benefits - although clinical trials offer no guarantees, researchers believe that the drug or treatment will provide benefits equal to or greater than the standardized treatment methods.

Remember, always discuss your healthcare concerns with your doctor and let them know you are considering participation in a clinical trial. Be sure to ask the research associate to review the trial criteria and possible side effects before you sign any forms. And keep in mind that you can withdraw from the trial at any time, and will not be penalized for doing so.



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