Pediatric Bipolar Disorder Study at UCLA

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).

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Key information

Conditions

Bipolar Disorder Bipolar and Related Disorders Mental Disorders Mood Disorders

Age range

7 year–17 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior

Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of California, Los Angeles

Other

Collaborators

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
The State Family Fund

Registry information

Official study title

Examining Neurocognitive Profiles of Bipolar Disorder and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Important dates

Study start: 2008
Primary completion: 2011
Study completion: 2011
First posted: Aug 19, 2009
Registry last updated: Jan 13, 2016

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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