PI: Dr. Manivel Rengasamy · 2020-01-13 · PI: Dr. Manivel Rengasamy Current research suggests...
Transcript of PI: Dr. Manivel Rengasamy · 2020-01-13 · PI: Dr. Manivel Rengasamy Current research suggests...
Pediatric PittNet Study of the Month
The Interaction of Psychotherapy and Plasma
Cytokine IL-6 and Other Plasma Biomarkers in
Depressed Adolescents PI: Dr. Manivel Rengasamy
Current research suggests that depression is related to several changes in the immune system. While elevated levels
of IL-6 have been found in patients with Major Depressive Disorder, more research
is needed to see what this means in therapeutic settings.
Objective:
Assess the role of therapy in affecting plasma biomarkers in depressed adolescents, and assess plasma IL-6 levels in relation to various constructs
of depression (severity, trauma, stress, etc.)
Eligibility Criteria
• Ages 13-17
• Shows symptoms of depression
• No psychotic disorders, eating
disorders, intellectual disability, ASD
Participation Includes:
2 visits, 60-90 min., 2 months apart
Questionnaires and Interview
Blood draws (1 at each visit)
Contact Information:
Manivel Rengasamy, M.D.
412-586-9117
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