Generalized Anxiety Disorder Research Program: Photos

Participation

  • Because the underlying causes of GAD are not fully understood, and because none of the existing treatments are fully effective for all persons with GAD, our program is devoted to research that will improve our understanding and treatment of this condition.

What does participation in research treatment involve?

  • If you are between the ages of 18 and 65 years and generalized anxiety is a problem for you, you may be eligible to participate in our research studies:

    1. A member of our team will speak with you to determine if you will benefit from an evaluation.
    2. If so, a formal assessment of your psychiatric and medical history will be conducted by one of our expert clinicians in generalized anxiety disorder.
    3. If you are eligible for the study, we will discuss with you the risks, benefits and alternatives to participation in the study.
    4. If you decide to participate, you will sign a consent form to start the treatment.

  • You can withdraw participation at any time, so why not come and check us out?
  • All information will be kept completely confidential.
  • Approved by New York State Psychiatric Institute Institutional Review Board, Protocol # ______.

Why consider treatment?

  • Approximately 6.8 million people in the United States have generalized anxiety disorder. The disorder can begin during any stage of life but typically emerges between childhood and middle age. If not treated, generalized anxiety disorder often persists throughout life, and is frequently accompanied by other anxiety disorders, depression, or substance abuse. You do not need to continue to suffer from generalized anxiety disorder. There are very effective treatments available.

  • Our program is led by Dr. Franklin Schneier at the Anxiety Disorders Clinic of New York State Psychiatric Institute and Columbia University Medical Center, one of the leading centers in the country in the treatment of anxiety disorders. We offer FREE evaluation and research treatment to eligible individuals as part of research studies.

  • To find out more about generalized anxiety disorder and treatment options, please contact our center.