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Pediatric Bipolar Disorder Study at UCLA

Completed
Conditions
Bipolar Disorder
Registration Number
NCT00961935
Lead Sponsor
University of California, Los Angeles
Brief Summary

The UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience in Los Angeles, CA, is conducting a study looking at similarities and differences in how the brain works between bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Detailed Description

Children between the ages of 7 and 17 years old, with a diagnosis of Bipolar I, Bipolar II, or Bipolar NOS, are currently being recruited for this study looking at similarities and differences in how the brain works between bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The study involves a comprehensive evaluation at intake, cognitive assessment, EEG, and functional MRI, done over the course of 2 or 3 visits. This study does not provide treatment. However, with participants' consent, the assessment information can be shared with the child's clinician or psychiatrist and a letter with the results from cognitive testing can be prepared, which can be useful in school planning. Referrals for treatment can also be provided.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
50
Inclusion Criteria
  • Subject suffers clinically impairing symptoms of mood lability.
  • Child has resided with primary caretaker for at least 6 months.
  • Caretaker speaks sufficient English to complete all study evaluations and measures.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Lifetime history of mental retardation, autism, or primary diagnosis of psychosis.
  • Subject is pregnant or nursing.

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
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Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior

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Los Angeles, California, United States

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