In some cases, we ask a staff member who knows the family to phone or write to a relative to ask permission for us to make contact. The major problem in this study is finding enough eligible families to participate. Most families cannot help with this study because too few relatives are available. If your family, or a family you know of, has more than one person who has experienced schizophrenia, then your help could be very important. We believe that professionals, patients and families can cooperate to find answers to schizophrenia.
All participation is voluntary and confidential.
We would like to speak to you, or a relevant family member, about your life experiences and your observations about other relatives. The interview can be at your own convenience. We can come to your home if you prefer, or provide transport to and from the institute. Most interviews last between 1-2 hours. We would also like to collect a blood sample of 20mls from some of your family members.