Trial Information

Summary: Investigating the Genetics of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder: The MGH1000 Project

The Pediatric Psychopharmacology Department at Massachusetts General Hospital is currently recruiting families of children between the ages of 4 and 18 who are diagnosed with or are suspected of having Bipolar Disorder for a family research study Investigating the Genetics of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder. The members of the families found eligible will be given intelligence tests and psychological interviews. Participation also requires providing a blood sample as well as completing a series of questionnaires. Families will be paid for their participation and will also be provided with the results of their testing upon request. For more information please contact Erica at 617-503-1452 or esavino@partners.org.

Eligibility Criteria:
Children between the ages of 4 and 18 who are diagnosed with or are suspected of having Bipolar Disorder and their immediate biological relatives (for example parents and siblings).

If you would like to learn more about participating in this study, please send an e-mail message using the form below.