All of the information we gather for our research is strictly confidential. We do not share information between family members or with anyone outside our own research group without explicit permission. The first study is a collaborative, sibling pair venture with the National Institute of Mental Health. Brothers and sisters are the closest to each other genetically and will therefore provide us with extremely valuable information. For this project we are seeking families with siblings who are experiencing bipolar symptoms.
Participation involves a confidential research interview and a blood sample.
In our random sample study we need just one individual with bipolar symptoms and no other family members. These studies also involve a confidential research interview and blood sample. The volunteer process begins with a phone call to determine eligibility. Interested family members will be contacted by our staff only with their permission. Our staff completes the blood draws for in-person appointments.