Bipolar Disorder
MAPrc’s researchers are currently working on a number of projects investigating new diagnostic and treatment methods for people experiencing bipolar disorders, the details of which can be found below
Genes and congition
An large collaborative investigation examining how genes and cognition influence the production of mood symptoms in bipolar disorder. For further information click here or contact Tamsyn van Rheenen on 9076 6593 or email t.rheenen@alfred.org.au
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
TMS for bipolar depression uses magnetic pulses to change activity in the areas of the brain related to this illness, as an alternative treatment for people who have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder and are currently experiencing depression.
For further information click here or contact Dr. Sally Herring on 9076 6596 or email s.herring@alfred.org.au
EVestG (ElectrovestibuloGraphy)
We are currently trialling a new technique, EVestG (ElectrovestibuloGraphy) as an objective method for diagnosing participants with bipolar affective disorder. For further information click here or contact Juliana Mitchell-Wong on 9076 6564 or email juliana.mitchell-wong@monash.edu
NRAMP - National Register of Antipsychotic Medication in Pregnancy
Observational study for women who are taking or have taken antipsychotic medications during their pregnancy. For further information click here or contact Heather Gilbert on 9076 6591 or email h.gilbert@alfred.org.au
