Consent and Agreement in Persons with Dementia
This study seeks to identify criteria for assessing the capacity of persons with dementia to consent to research. For more information: 410-955-2003. Principal Investigator: Betty E. Black, Ph. D.
Ethical Aspects of Deep Brain Stimulation for Psychiatric Illness
This program is identifying the ethical and clinical research questions relevant to the emerging application of deep brain stimulation to psychiatric disorder. For more information: 410-955-6736. Principal Investigator: Peter V. Rabins, M.D., M.P.H.
Study of Anti-depressants for Parkinson's Disease (SAD-PD)
Sponsored by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
This study will help to learn more about how to treat depression in Parkinson's disease. Nearly 50 percent of individuals with Parkinson's disease suffer from depression, a condition that can reduce quality of life. The purpose of this study is to find out if two antidepressant medications, paroxetine and venlafaxine, can help control depression in PD. The study will also determine if these medications affect the motor symptoms of PD such as shaking (tremor), stiffness, and balance. For more information: 410-614-1242 Prinicpal Investigator: Laura Marsh, M.D.
