Recruiting NA Schizophrenia

New treatment option for Schizophrenia

Official title Improving Cognition Through Telehealth Aerobic Exercise and Cognitive Training After a First Schizophrenia Episode

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05890183

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The participants in the study will receive psychiatric treatment at the UCLA Aftercare Research Program. All participants in this 12-month RCT will receive cognitive training.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 45

You may be able to join if

  • a first episode of a psychotic illness that began within the past three years;
  • a diagnosis by DSM-5 of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or schizophreniform disorder;
  • age 18 to 45 years of age;
  • sufficient acculturation and fluency in the English language to avoid invalidating research measures; and
  • residence likely to be within commuting distance of the UCLA Aftercare Research Program.

You likely can't join if

  • premorbid IQ less than 70;
  • evidence of a known neurological disorder (e.g., epilepsy) or significant head injury;
  • evidence of moderate or severe substance use disorder within the six months prior to the first episode or evidence of a substance-induced psychosis.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Los Angeles, California, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.