Charlestown, MANCT06386588Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Schizophrenia Clinical Trial in Charlestown, MA

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

Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital

Quick Self-Assessment

See if you qualify for this Charlestown location

Preparing your pre-screening questions…

Expert Care in Charlestown

Access schizophrenia specialists at no cost

IRB Approved

This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

No-Cost Care

All study-related schizophrenia treatment provided free

Apply for This Charlestown Location

Check if you qualify for this schizophrenia clinical trial in Charlestown, MA

Secure & Confidential

Your information is protected and will only be shared with the research team.

Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Charlestown

    Convenient for MA residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

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

About This Schizophrenia Study in Charlestown

In this research study the investigators will use sleep headbands to measure brain rhythms and to improve their coordination across brain regions. The headbands will be worn at home for multiple nights. On some nights the headbands will play soft sounds at specific times during sleep. The investigators are interested in learning whether this timed auditory stimulation may be a strategy to improve the coordination of sleep rhythms across brain regions, improve network communication, and as a result, improve memory. The investigators will study 30 adults aged 18-45 with schizophrenia and 30 demographically matched healthy controls. Participants will first have a daytime MRI scan, during which they will complete a finger tapping motor sequence task (MST), followed by a week of sleep at home with a sleep headband. They will also do the MST at home on two of the nights. On the final day of the study, participants will return for a second MRI scan.

Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

18-45 years old
Fluent in English
Able to give informed consent Additional inclusion for Adults with schizophrenia:
A DSM-V confirmed diagnosis of schizophrenia
Unmedicated or maintained on a stable dose of APDs

Exclusion Criteria

Ferrous metal in the body
Currently pregnant or breastfeeding
Motor problems that preclude finger tapping task
Other neurological disorders, including seizure disorder
Significant hearing or vision loss
Chronic medical conditions that affect sleep
Unstable chronic medical condition such as asthma, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, or cardiac disease
Diagnosed sleep disorder, except insomnia
History of head injury resulting in prolonged loss of consciousness or other neurological sequelae Additional Exclusion Criteria for Healthy adults:
History of mental illness
Current use of psychotropic medications or treatment with medications known to affect sleep or cognition

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Charlestown?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06386588) has an active research site in Charlestown, MA 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.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Schizophrenia Treatment Options in Charlestown, MA

If you're searching for schizophrenia treatment options in Charlestown, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06386588) 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 Charlestown 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all schizophrenia clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

More Schizophrenia Trials in Charlestown, MA

See all schizophrenia clinical trials recruiting in Charlestown — not just this study.

Browse Schizophrenia Trials in Charlestown

Ready to Join in Charlestown?

Take the first step toward participating in this groundbreaking clinical trial

Secure · Expert Care · Charlestown, MA