Dedicated to understanding and treating mood disorders
Bipolar Studies
Lori Altshuler, M.D.
Principal Investigator
This study will assess whether changes in particular brain regions
occur as a result of different mood states in persons with bipolar
disorder using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to look for these
variations. Study participants will undergo an MRI scan when in a manic or depressed mood.
Some participants will be invited to have an additional scan
when they have recovered from the mood episode.
Study Involvement
Participants will undergo two one-hour scans, the first while in a mood state
and the second after recovering from the episode.
For more information contact Jeffrey Fischer at
310-206-7789.