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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Clinical Trial in Chapel Hill, NC

Access cutting-edge borderline personality disorder (bpd) treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Chapel Hill. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

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  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

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    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

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  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Chapel Hill site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Study in Chapel Hill

The purpose of this research study is to investigate how personality traits and neuroendocrine systems relate to decision-making patterns in individuals 18-45 years old. The main question it aims to answer is how neuroendocrine activity impacts decision-making. Participants will complete online behavioral tasks, a stress induction procedure, self-report surveys, and a cognitive assessment. During the session, psychophysiological measures will be collected, including electrocardiogram (ECG) and cardiac impedance (ICG) to monitor heart rate and blood flow, as well as electrodermal activity (EDA), blood drop samples, and saliva collection to assess nervous system activity.

Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) group:
Score of 38 or higher on Personality Assessment Inventory-Borderline Scale (PAI-BOR)
Participants in the BPD group will be primarily recruited from the two DEPENd lab studies that maintain large samples of BPD participants. To ensure maximal similarity between BPD participants recruited from other DEPENd lab studies and BPD participants recruited through other recruitment sources, the investigators will use the same criteria for the BPD group in the current study as the criteria used in the other DEPENd lab studies. BPD participants in the two DEPENd lab studies from which the investigators will be recruiting must meet the following criteria:
3+ BPD symptoms, one of which must be affective instability, per clinical interview
Participants must score at least 80 on the Reynolds Intellectual Screening Test (RIST). Health Control (HC) Group:
Score of 12 or lower on PAI-BOR
Score below 50th percentile on World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS)
Absence of any current or lifetime psychiatric disorder, including personality disorders as determined by diagnostic interviews (SIDP and SCID), if the participant had participated in the lab's other studies (IRB Nos. 20-1735 and 21-0602). Combined Inclusion Criteria:
Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and lifestyle considerations and availability for the duration of the study
Willingness to participate in all components of the study
Participants must be able to speak, understand and read English.
Participants must have at least 20/40 visual acuity (correct or uncorrected).

Exclusion Criteria

Use of as needed antihypertensive agents within 12 hours prior to lab visit
Inability to refrain from using as needed psychotropic medications for 12 hours prior to lab visit
History of psychotic disorder, Bipolar I disorder, autism spectrum disorder, reactive attachment disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, motor disorder, head injury, mental retardation, neurological disorder, or current substance dependence
Family history of Bipolar I disorder in a first degree relative.
Participants are also excluded for any of the following: cardiac pacemaker, aneurysm clip, cochlear implants, pregnancy, shrapnel, history of metal fragments in eyes, neurostimulators, weight of 250 lbs. or more, or claustrophobia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Chapel Hill?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06880640) has an active research site in Chapel Hill, NC that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Treatment Options in Chapel Hill, NC

If you're searching for borderline personality disorder (bpd) treatment options in Chapel Hill, NC, this clinical trial (NCT06880640) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Chapel Hill research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced borderline personality disorder (bpd) specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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