Studies for Veterans
PhROST: Oxytocin for Veterans with Schizophrenia
Seeking Veterans between ages 18-70 diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizophreniform, schizoaffective disorder, or brief psychotic disorder. Participants will be asked to take a nasal spray (containing Oxytocin or placebo) and complete tasks in an fMRI scanner. The study consists of 5 study visits and a 3-week at-home period.
Compensation: up to $404
Contact: 415-221-4810 ext. 24117 or [email protected]
Recruiting Region: The Greater San Francisco Bay Area
SRV: Sleep Restoration in Veterans
Seeking medically healthy male or female Veterans between the ages of 18 to 75 experiencing symptoms of PTSD and Insomnia. Participants will receive a study medication (Suvorexant) or placebo in a 12-week trial.
Compensation: up to $500
Contact: (415)-205-9050
Recruiting Region: San Francisco Bay Area and Salisbury, NC
PTSD Treatment Study: Individual Psychotherapy for Veterans with PTSD
This study compares two types of individual psychotherapy for PTSD. Eligible Post 9/11 Veterans will participate in one of two treatments: Adaptive Disclosure or Present-Centered Therapy. Veterans will complete 12 weekly 90-minute psychotherapy sessions and assessments at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, and 9 months. All sessions will be held at the SFVAHCS.
Compensation: up to $300
Contact: (415)-221-4810 x22488
AIR: Apnea and Insomnia Relief
We are conducting a study of treatments for sleep problems in people with post-traumatic stress. Participants will be offered one of two behavioral (non-medication) treatments: Apnea and Insomnia Relief or Sleep Education. Each treatment involves meeting 1-on-1 with a provider once per week for 6 weeks. All appointments are through video-to-home. To participate in this study, your provider must refer you for a sleep apnea test at the San Francisco VA Healthcare System.
Compensation: up to $230
Contact: (628) 842-6385 or (415) 465-9507
Recruiting Region: San Francisco Bay Area
DDREAMS: Distressing Dream Reporting and Effective Measurement of Sleep
If you are 18 years old or above currently experiencing frequent nightmares or fearful awakenings, you may be a good candidate. The goal of this study is to use several approaches to understand sleep disturbance in PTSD. We seek to understand the biology of nightmares, nightmare enactment, and sleep-related violent behaviors and factors that contribute to these problems. Eligible participants will complete a sleep diary mobile app and wear a motion sensing wristband for 3 weeks. Participants may be eligible for a second part of the study involving several devices to measure their sleep at home. Bed partners of participating individuals may also be eligible to participate.
Compensation: Up to $459 for the participant and $139 for the Bed Partner
Contact: (415)-221-4810 x25844 or [email protected]
Recruiting Region: San Francisco Bay Area
NAP: National Adaptive Trial for PTSD-related Insomnia
If you experience PTSD and insomnia, you may be eligible to participate in a 23 week study in which you will receive medication for sleep. Additionally, you will also be evaluated for sleep apnea and referred for treatment, if needed. You will be compensated for your time and effort, as well as for travel.
Compensation: $325
Contact: 415-996-4348
Recruiting Region: Nationwide
Studies for Veterans and Civilians
NeT: Neuroimaging of Trauma
Did you experience (or witness) a life-threatening event? Get paid to join a study that researches the impact of early adulthood trauma on the brain.
Who can participate? People who are:
- Between 25-35 years old
- A match for other study requirements
Compensation: up to $185
Contact: (415)-996-4348 or fill out our interest form
Recruiting Region: San Francisco Bay Area
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REST: Researching Effective Sleep Treatments
Do you suffer from nightmares due to a traumatic experience? If you are between the ages of 18 and 75 with symptoms of PTSD you may be a good candidate for a new study at the San Francisco VA Medical Center testing doxazosin, an FDA-approved medication which may help alleviate symptoms of PTSD including distressing dreams.
Compensation: up to $515
Contact: (415)-221-4810 x23809
Recruiting Region: Nationwide
COVID-19 Study
The purpose of this study is to understand how people who have experienced prior stress may be impacted by the threat of COVID-19. We are seeking Veterans and civilians between the ages of 18-50 who completed the SRS Study to complete an online survey.
Compensation: $20 in the form of a gift card and up to $60 for completing follow up surveys
Contact: 415-221-4810 x25116