Depression Study Depression Study Dr. Stephen L. Stern, Professor of Psychiatry, is conducting a study in order to better understand the relationship between depression and risk factors for heart disease. Both depressed and non-depressed individuals who are 18 to 65 and have no history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes may be eligible. Participants are seen twice at the General Clinical Research Center of the Audie Murphy VA Hospital, where they receive a complete medical and psychiatric evaluation and an evaluation of their body's stress system.
Financial compensation is offered.
Participants with depression who complete the study are eligible for up to 10 weeks treatment with approved antidepressant medications. The evaluations and treatment are free of charge.