This study has received ethical approval from the University of Oxford Central University Research Ethics Committee (CUREC) (Approval Number: R89339/RE001).
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Understanding the impact of life experiences across mental health difficulties, OCD, PTSD and anxiety.
Summary
We are looking for people aged 18+ years old, are a resident of the UK/ROI, self-identify as having obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, generalised anxiety disorder or no mental health conditions.
What is the purpose of the study?
We are conducting this research to understand more about different life experiences and the role in mental health difficulties. So far, there is very little scientific evidence on how different life experiences are connected to a range of mental health symptoms. Without this evidence, it is extremely difficult to develop effective support and help provided by services, clinicians, commissioners and charities. Our research hopes to build evidence to help those struggling with mental health difficulties.
What will participants be asked to do?
If you agree to take part in this study, you will be asked to complete a screening questionnaire which will involve a short screening call via the telephone or MS teams. This will ask you about your current mental health symptoms. This should take about 15 minutes. If this study is suitable for you, we may ask for some further information about your experiences via an online questionnaire.
How to take part.
For more information or to express your interest please contact lead researcher Torileigh Matthews or Amy Lunn by stressresearch@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk. You may then be asked to complete this 15-minute online screening form. You can also download the participation information sheet for more details by clicking here.
