EAST STUDY
Effort and Antidepressant Study Test
Key Info
Location
Warneford Hospital, OX3 7JX
Group
Healthy volunteers aged 18-40 years old.
Ethics Reference
CUREC: R91125/RE001
What does this involve?
This study investigates the effect of a 7-day course of escitalopram on effort-modulated reward processing through a series of behavioural tasks. Participants undergo a single MRI scan whilst completing a reward task too. It requires a screening phone call, plus 2 in-person visits (about 6 hours in total).
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for right-handed individuals aged 18-40 yrs old; no previous mental illness; no issues with function of liver, kidney, heart, digestive system, neurological system or eyes; do not have a body mass index under 17 or over 40; no regular use of illicit substances in previous 3 months, not pregnant or breastfeeding. You will be compensated for your time.
How do I learn more?
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What studies am I eligible for?
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You may be asked a few questions about your mood and demographics. All of your responses are completely anonymous and will not be kept on our records.
Thank you for your interest!
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