Bipolar Treatment & Therapy

Improving Bipolar Disorder Treatment through Effective Research

Studies performed by Capital Clinical research (CCRA), in Rockville, Maryland, directly contribute to advances in the treatment for bipolar disorder. With the help of study participants in Rockville, and the Metro DC area, we are expanding societies' understanding of bipolar disorder causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Bipolar disorder, which has also been called manic depression, is a type of mood disorder characterized by severe mood swings. Unlike the normal ups and downs that all people experience, the moods of a person with bipolar disorder shift from periods of intense elation to periods of intense sadness and can seriously disrupt the functions of that person's everyday life. About 5.7 million American adults have bipolar disorder. Seventy percent or more of those patients with bipolar disorder respond well to medication. (source: NIMH Fact Sheet, rev. 2006)

There have been many strides in the understanding and treatment of bipolar disorder, and CCRA is proud to be involved in furthering this research. Our studies involve testing a variety of investigational and well-known medications. Participants receive a very thorough evaluation by an experienced psychiatrist, regular follow up visits, and may even be compensated for their travel and time.

Please Note: We are currently recruiting Metro DC residents from 18 to 65 who are experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder to participate in a research study. To be considered for this study, please fill out our online bipolar disorder assessment form or fill out our bipolar disorder study inquiry form on the right of this page.