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Schizophrenia Clinical Trial in Piscataway, NJ

Access cutting-edge schizophrenia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Piscataway. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

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  • 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 Piscataway site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Schizophrenia Study in Piscataway

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if attention and ways of thinking impact decision-making and brain processes related to decision-making in people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder relative to people without either condition. It will also learn how brain functioning during decision-making relates to real-world decisions made during daily life. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does paying attention to specific information impact decision-making and brain processes? * Does thinking in a certain way according to specific 'thinking strategies' improve brain processes related to decision-making? * Does brain functioning during decision-making relate to real-world choices to engage in activities? Researchers will compare brain functioning and decision-making on computer tasks of gambling after participants have been trained to use a positive thinking strategy. They will compare what is different in the brain and behavior when participants use this strategy and when they do not. Participants will also answer brief surveys about activities and feelings for a week in their daily lives. Participants will: * Complete several hours of clinical interviewing, cognitive tests, and surveys of about symptoms, experiences, and personality * Complete computer tasks about gambling decisions during MRI brain scanning and while having their visual attention measured using eye-tracking * Complete brief surveys about their activities and feelings 5 times a day for 1 week using a cell phone. Each survey only take several minutes.

Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

The following criteria apply to all subjects:
Between ages of 18-50.
Have capacity to provide informed consent
Fluent communication in English
Willingness and ability to follow study requirements, as evidenced by an ability to provide written or virtual informed consent and read, and complete, study procedures.
Cognitive ability to understand tasks and estimated IQ greater than 70. The following criteria apply to subjects with schizophrenia: 1\. Primary diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder The following additional criteria apply to subjects without schizophrenia: 1\. Inclusion based on subject matched to psychiatric group based on age, sex, race/ethnicity, and education level.

Exclusion Criteria

The following criteria apply to all subjects:
Self-disclosed or noticeable intoxication from alcohol or illicit drugs (e.g., arriving to participate in the study drunk/high)
Self-disclosure of consistent current substance use other than nicotine, alcohol, or cannabis (e.g. cocaine, heroin).
Many-year history of severely disordered substance use other than nicotine/tobacco (determined via interview)
Significant physical health disorder, robust physical health conditions, neurological disease/disorder (e.g., Parkinson's, history of strokes).
History of traumatic brain injury, head injury resulting in loss of consciousness for an extended duration or with noted neurobehavioral consequences.
Electroconvulsive therapy within one month of participation.
History of seizures or epilepsy.
Currently untreated or unstable psychiatric and medical conditions.
Intellectual disability
Contra indications for MR imaging (detailed below) The following additional criteria apply to subjects without schizophrenia:
Pervasive history of problematic substance use (other than nicotine, alcohol, and mild-moderate cannabis use) as defined by meeting DSM-5 criteria for a substance use disorder.
Diagnosis of, or first-degree relative with, significant psychiatric disorder (e.g., bipolar disorder, psychotic disorder, or Cluster A personality disorder).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Piscataway?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06745479) has an active research site in Piscataway, NJ 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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Schizophrenia Treatment Options in Piscataway, NJ

If you're searching for schizophrenia treatment options in Piscataway, NJ, this clinical trial (NCT06745479) 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 Piscataway research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced schizophrenia 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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