Research & Trials
Ultrabrief Pulsewidth Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) (UB ECT)
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) remains essential to contemporary psychiatric practice and is one of the safest and most effective treatments available for depression. Despite modern advances in ... › More
Improving Primary Care in Patients With Mental Disorders
This study will determine the effectiveness of medical case management in improving the medical care of people with mental disorders or substance abuse problems. › More
AIMHI NT Relapse Prevention Trial
A new treatment for indigenous people with mental illness in remote communities has been developed. The study hypothesis is that this new treatment will result in better outcomes for clients and ... › More
Medical Self-Management for Improving Health Behaviour Among Individuals in Community Mental Health Settings
This study will evaluate the effectiveness of a medical illness self-management program in improving the health and health behaviour of people who are recieving care at a community mental health ... › More
Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease Trial
The purpose of this trial is to evaluate the effect of deep brain stimulation in the the globus ... › More
Efficacy and Safety of Aricept in the Treatment of Severe Alzheimer's Disease
Donepezil hydrochloride (Aricept) has been approved to treat symptoms associated with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). Aricept has been shown to improve the memory and thinking abilities, ... › More
An Effectiveness and Safety Study of 'CONCERTA' (Methylphenidate Hydrochloride) in the Treatment of Adolescents With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of CONCERTA (methylphenidate hydrochloride, a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant) versus placebo for the treatment of ... › More
A Study of Risperidone Long-Acting Injection Versus Oral Antipsychotics in Schizophrenia Patients With a History of Being Poorly Compliant With Taking Their Medication
The purpose of this study is to evaluate risperidone long-acting injection (an antipsychotic medication) versus oral antipsychotics in schizophrenia patients with a history of being poorly compliant ... › More
An Open-Label Extension Study Of Lamotrigine In Subjects With Bipolar Disorder
The precursor study (SCA101469) was an open-label, prospective multicentre study in adult subjects diagnosed with bipolar disorder consisting of 36 weeks treatment with lamotrigine. The current study ... › More
A Study to Determine the Long-Term Efficacy and Safety of Ramelteon in Adults With Chronic Insomnia.
The study will involve an evaluation of the efficacy and safety of ramelteon (TAK-375) over a 6-month period in adults and elderly subjects with chronic insomnia. The test agent ramelteon will be ... › More
A Study of LY2127399 in Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
The purpose of this SLE study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety and tolerability of two different doses of LY2127399 administered in addition to standard of care therapy in patients with active ... › More
Melancholic Depression Treatment Trial
The Black Dog Institute is currently running a treatment trial for individuals who are currently experiencing melancholic depression. The trial consists of three separate treatments which include: ... › More
Laser Acupuncture for the Treatment of Depression
Are you aged 18–50 years and suffering from depression? Would you like to participate in a study investigating the role of laser acupuncture for the treatment of depression? This ... › More
Beyond Ageing: A Study for the Prevention of Depression, Cognitive Impairment and the Improvement of Knowledge About Mental Health
The purpose of this study is to determine whether folate and vitamin B12, physical activity and mental health literacy can prevent depression, and folate and vitamin B12 and physical activity can ... › More
A New Treatment for Auditory Hallucinations -Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
TMS is a potential treatment for people with schizophrenia and treatment-resistant auditory hallucinations (hearing voices). Magnetic fields are used to stimulate the brain via a simple coil held to ... › More
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) A New Treatment for Adolescents with Depression
Physical treatments are an important part of therapy for depression for many people. The physical treatments currently available are antidepressant medications and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), ... › More
Genetic Study of Bipolar Disorders
This research study is aiming to identify the genes that predispose someone to developing Bipolar Disorder. We are looking for families with two or more people affected by Bipolar Disorder. The ... › More
Mild Brain Stimulation - New Treatment for Depression
Researchers are investigating mild brain stimulation as a treatment for depression and potential alternative to medication and electroconvulsive therapy. Very weak currents are used to stimulate the ... › More
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) involves teaching people skills and strategies to manage negative thoughts and behaviours that are associated with depression. CBT has been studied for over 20 ... › More
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy for Bipolar Disorder Study
An innovative maintenance treatment for Bipolar Disorder is now being offered that aims to reduce relapse of bipolar episodes as well as reduce levels of stress and anxiety. Mindfulness meditation ... › More
