White Matter Study
Official Title
Contribution of Glutamate Excess and Inflammation to Progressive White Matter Changes in Psychosis
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to assess the extent of white matter abnormalities, glutamate alterations, and inflammation in unmedicated patients with psychosis at different illness stages compared to healthy controls.
Could this study be right for you?
- No major medical conditions
- No history of significant head trauma
- Not currently using medications for mental health purposes (anxiety, depression, other psychiatric diagnosis)
- No metal implants that would present a risk to complete an MRI
- No known pregnancy (if applicable)