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Binge Eating Disorder

timsanchez — Mon, 10 Jan 2000 20:00:05 +0000

Binge Eating Disorder is a serious eating disorder in which you frequently consume unusually large amounts of food. Almost everyone overeats on occasion, such as having seconds or thirds of a holiday meal. But for some people, overeating crosses the line to Binge Eating Disorder and it becomes a regular occurrence, usually done in secret. When you have binge-eating disorder, you may be deeply embarrassed about gorging and vow to stop. But you feel such a compulsion that you can’t resist the urges and continue binge eating. Generally, it takes a combination of things to develop Binge Eating Disorder — including a person’s genes, emotions, and experience.

Bipolar Disorder

admin — Sun, 09 Jan 2000 20:00:57 +0000

Sometimes called Manic Depression, about 1 in 10 people who suffer from depression also have periods of “high” or “manic” moods. These are intense or severe mood swings that can be serious and at times disabling. These rollercoaster-like symptoms cause great disturbances in the lives of individuals who suffer from this disorder.

The Signs and Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder:

Elevated mood and exaggerated optimism
Alternating between Depressed and Mania
Fast talking / Racing thoughts
Reduced need for sleep
Excessive irritability/ aggressive behavior

Check to see if you are eligible:

1. Are you between the ages of 18-65?

2. Have you ever been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or manic-depressive disorder?

3. Do you take medication to treat bipolar disorder?

4. Are you drug and alcohol free?

5. Are you in good physical health?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, you may qualify to participate in a clinical study for bipolar disorder. Call toll-free for an evaluation 1-877-411-1616

Depression

admin — Sat, 08 Jan 2000 20:00:20 +0000

An illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts and affects the way a person eats, sleeps, and the way one thinks about self or others. A Depressive Disorder is not the same as a passing “Blue Mood”. It is not a sign of a personal weakness or a condition that can be wished away. People with a depressive disease cannot merely “pull themselves together” and get better. Without treatment, symptoms can last for weeks, months, or years. Appropriate treatment, however, can help most people with Depression.

The Signs and Symptoms of Depression:

Sadness
Low energy
Not enjoying life
Decreased concentration
Changes in sleep and appetite

Check to see if you are eligible:

1. Are you between the ages of 18-65?
2. Have you ever been diagnosed with depression?
3. Have you been prescribed and/or taken anti-depressants?
4. Are you currently taking anti-depressants, but still experience the symptoms of depression?
5. Do you have decreased motivation?
6. Do you prefer to be alone, avoid friends, or family?

If you answered “yes” to two or more of these questions, you may be eligible for a clinical research study for depression. Call for an evaluation, toll-free: 1-877-411-1616

Diabetic Neuropathy

admin — Fri, 07 Jan 2000 20:00:15 +0000

Nerve damage caused from diabetes. Over time, high sugar levels begin to break down nerves, causing damage. Diabetic Neuropathy targets specific areas of the body, which can cause severe pain. It is estimated that around 50% of people with diabetes will have some form of diabetic neuropathy. The risk rises with age, as people who have diabetes for 25 years or longer highest rates of diabetic neuropathy.

Signs and Symptoms of Diabetic Neuropathy

Numbness, tingling or pain in toes, feet, hands and fingers
Muscle loss in hands and feet
Indigestion, vomiting, nausea
Severe dizziness, or faintness after standing
Erectile dysfunction in men, vaginal dryness in women

Epilepsy

admin — Thu, 06 Jan 2000 20:00:34 +0000

Epilepsy is a set of neurological disorders affecting the nervous system. Epilepsy occurs when brain cells give off abnormal signals, which cause an “electrical storm” that produces seizures. There are seven main causes of epilepsy, which includes: depleted oxygen at birth, infections such as menigitis, stroke, brain tumors, head injury, abnormal levels of blood sugar, and genetic conditions that result in brain injury; however 70% of cases discover no cause. People who suffer from Epilepsy experience more than one type of seizure. Approximately 2.5 million Americans suffer from Epilepsy and about 9% of Americans will experience a seizure at least once in their lifetime.

Signs and Symptoms of Epilepsy

A convulsion with or without fever
Episodes of blank staring
Muscle jerks of arms, legs, or body
short periods of blackouts

Check to see if you are eligible:

1. Are you between the ages of 16-75?

2. Are you diagnosed with “partial onset seizures”?

3. Are you free of other neurological or psychiatric disorders?

4. Are you in good physical health?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, you may qualify to participate in a clinical research study for Epilepsy. Call for an evaluation today! Toll-free: 1-877-411-1616

Fibromyalgia

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2000 20:00:28 +0000

A pain condition that is described by deep muscle pain and aching all over the body. Symptoms are similar to flu-like symptoms with soreness and tenderness of limbs. Causes for Fibromyalgia are being researched, however, experts theorize it is hereditary or triggered due to injuries or trauma. Fibromyalgia affects 2-4% of the population, predominately women.

Signs and Symptoms of Fibromyalgia:

Widespread pain
Fatigue and sleep disturbances
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Headaches and facial pain

Insomnia

admin — Tue, 04 Jan 2000 20:00:12 +0000

A sleeping disorder characterized by disruptive sleeping patterns, difficulty staying asleep or falling asleep. Individuals may be sleeping for an adequate amount of time; however the quality of sleep is not sufficient as the feeling of restlessness and irritability occurs during the day. Chronic insomnia is when a person has difficulty sleeping three nights a week for at least a month. Around 1 in 10 Americans suffer from chronic insomnia, which affects mood, energy level and behavior. Individuals who suffer from sleeping disorders, such as sleep apnea will not be eligible for studies at this time.

The Signs and Symptoms of Insomnia

Difficulty in maintaining sleep
Waking up 3 or more times a night
Poor concentration and focus
Daytime irritability and restlessness

Check to see if you are eligible:

1. Are you between the ages of 16-75?
2. Have you experienced insomnia for two months or longer?
3. Do you have difficulty falling asleep?
4. Do you experience middle of the night wake-ups?
5. Are you in good physical health?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, you may qualify to participate in a clinical research study for insomnia. Call for an evaluation today, toll-free: 1-877-411-1616

Parkinson’s Disease

admin — Mon, 03 Jan 2000 20:00:35 +0000

Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative neurological disease that affects the nervous system as well as the brain. Approximately one million people in the U.S. are affected by this disease. One of the primary causes is the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells and decreased stimulation of the motor cortex. This leads to muscle rigidity, trembling in hands, legs, face, and jaw, slowness of movement, and postural instability. Some of the secondary symptoms are speech impairment, depression, insomnia, and dementia. Although there are many theories about the basic cause of Parkinson’s disease, none are proven. Some research suggests that the disease is slightly hereditary, and other scientists believe environmental factors are to blame. Unfortunately, there is no known way to prevent the disease; however age is the only known factor to increase the risk for Parkinson’s disease.

The Signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

Slow, limited voluntary movement, such as getting out of the bed
Tremor, or shaking movement in hands, arms or legs when sedentary
Weakness of the facial muscles, slowness when talking, monotonous tone
Problems with balance and walking

Check to see if you are eligible:

1. Are you at least 30 years or older?
2. Are you diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease?
3. Are you free of other neurological or psychiatric disorders?
4. Are you in good physical health?

If you answered “yes” to these questions, you may qualify to participate in a clinical study for Parkinson’s disease. Call toll-free for an evaluation: 1-877-411-1616

Schizophrenia

admin — Sun, 02 Jan 2000 20:01:19 +0000

Almost 2% of the population suffers from a schizophrenia related disorder. Individuals with this condition can experience a range of symptoms from extreme apathy to experiencing hallucinations, paranoid and delusional thinking.

The Signs and Symptoms of Schizophrenia:

Delusions, false ideas and or distortions of reality
Individuals may also hear their own voice, the voice of loved ones or other voices coming from the TV or radio
Paranoia such as believing they are being followed or watched.
Disorganized speech and thoughts
A lack of motivation and activity. The person may spend most or all of his/her time alone and may speak very little and have little desire to do anything.
Flat or blunted facial and verbal expression. The person may speak in a monotone and show very little emotion and/or a decrease in hand and body gestures.
Auditory and/or visual hallucinations
Thought insertion and/or broadcasting such as believing one’s thoughts are not private or that other people’s thoughts are coming into his/her head.

Check to see if you are eligible:

1. Are you between the ages of 18-65?

2. Have you ever been diagnosed with schizophrenia?

3. Are you currently taking medication for schizophrenia?

4. Are you drug and alcohol-free?

5. Are you in good physical health?

If you have answered “yes” to these questions, you may qualify to participate in a clinical study for schizophrenia. Call toll-free for an evaluation:1-877-411-1616

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Schizoaffective Disorder

admin — Sun, 02 Jan 2000 20:00:36 +0000

A neurobiological illness in which an individual is diagnosed with schizophrenia as well as a mood disorder; either manic elevated moods, or extreme depression. Individuals who suffer with this have periodic episodes of hallucinations, paranoid thoughts and are depressed at the same time.

The Signs and Symptoms of Schizoaffective Disorder:

Strange or unusual thoughts or perceptions
Bouts of Depression
Delusions-having false, fixed beliefs
Manic mood that seems out of character
Deficits in Attention and memory