Bipolar Disorders Clinic–

Current Research Studies

The Stanford University Bipolar Disorders Clinic is looking for participants for the following research studies:

Optimized Treatment vs. Lithium Plus Optimized Treatment Study

Lithium in Bipolar Disorder  "LiTMUS"

This study will assess the effectiveness of lithium as part of optimized treatment in adults with bipolar disorder.  Some participants will be randomly selected to add a tolerable dose of lithium to optimized treatment, while others will continue optimized treatment.  All participants will be provided optimized care for 6 months by a psychiatrist who specializes in bipolar disorder using clinical and laboratory measures.  This is a nation wide study, funded by the National Institute of Mental Health.  Participants will be compensated for time and travel expenses.

For additional information, please contact Shelley at (650) 498-4801 or shill@stanford.edu

Mild to Moderate Mood Symptoms Study

Olanzapine in Bipolar Disorder

We are examining the use of olanzapine (Zyprexa) in the treatment of patients experiencing increases in symptoms of bipolar disorder. In this study, patients will be instructed to add olanzapine or a placebo to their current stable medication regimen for a period, after which all patients will receive Zyprexa while being monitored by a psychiatrist using clinical and laboratory measures. Participants will be compensated for time and travel expenses.

 For additional information, please contact Meredith at (650) 724-4795 or mchilder@stanford.edu.

Psychotherapy Study

Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Bipolar Disorder

Dr. Culver offers didactic group skills training in distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness based on Dr. Marsha Linehan's Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).  This is a clinical treatment group (not a clinical trial) and treatment involves usual fees, which may be covered by some insurance.  Participation in the research portion of the group is optional.  Participants must be followed by an individual therapist to participate in the group.

For additional information, please contact Intake Services at (650) 498-9111.

For Younger Patients

The information on this page applies only to adults 18 and older. Click here for information on child and adolecent bipolar disorder research.

 

For more information about the above studies including eligibility requirements please see https://med.stanford.edu/clinicaltrials/.

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