Trial Information

Summary: Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment and fMRI

The purpose of this phase IV study is to examine the effect of paroxetine (Paxil) treatment on brain activation patterns among persons with social anxiety.

Psychiatric and medical evaluation to determine eligibility

12 weeks of treatment with paroxetine (Paxil), a medication approved for the treatment of social anxiety disorder

Two visits for functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) scans while viewing pictures; one scan before and one after 8-12 weeks of treatment. Participants will be compensated $100 after each scan.

IRB # 5448

Patient Inclusion Criteria

  • Age Range: 18-65
  • Social Anxiety Disorder as main problem
  • Not currently taking psychiatric medication
  • In good physical health

Contact:

Jose Hernandez
New York State Psychiatric Institute
Columbia University
Anxiety Disorders Clinic
1051 Riverside Drive, Unit #69
New York, NY 10032
Telephone: 212-543-5367
Email:

Profile Page: New York State Psychiatric Institute, New York, NY

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Trial listings updated: June 1, 2008 at 6:32:00 AM


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