UConn Health Research Study Investigates How Depression Impacts Aging Biological Processes.
Recruiting Men & Women ages 60 and older with Depression
Men and women 60 years old and older who are diagnosed with and experiencing symptoms of depression are needed for this study to investigate how depression negatively impacts the aging processes and brain function.
Participation involves:
5-6 visits to UConn Health
Blood draws
Interviews and evaluations
Testing of thinking & memory
One-time MRI brain scan
No cost for participation
Payment to participants includes $70 at the completion of the baseline visit and $70 at the completion of each follow-up visit (6, 12, 18, 24 -month visits). In addition, subjects will receive $30 for completing the baseline brain MRI, for a total of up to $380 for the study.
For more information please call Amy Novotny at 860-679-4309 or email sendep@uchc.edu
The SenDep Study: Linking Molecular Senescence Changes to Depression and Cognitive Impairment in Late Life
IRB# 21-257-2, Breno Satler Diniz, M.D, Ph.D., Department of Psychiatry
For more information, contact: Amy at 860-679-4309