At The Discovery and Wellness Center for Children, our mission is to compassionately conduct clinically meaningful research that will better the lives of children and adolescents suffering from psychiatric illnesses. We are ever-mindful of the clinical needs of our patients; our research is conducted in a safe, family-centered environment.

We are currently offering several research-based treatment programs for children and adolescents who suffer from:

• Childhood and Adolescent Depression
• Childhood and Adolescent Bipolar Disorder
• Adolescent Schizophrenia
• Childhood ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
• Childhood Autism

Objective:

• Provide a better knowledge of childhood psychiatric illness to our surrounding communities and families.
• Develop a Northeast Ohio network focused on the mental health of children.
• Highlight the exemplary work of the Discovery and Wellness Center for Children.

Programs:

• Lunch & Learns: Small, informal, conversational group sessions designed to familiarize participants with mental health topics.
• Mental Health Workshops: Four-hour sessions focused on mental health topics.
• Educational Forums: Held twice a year to showcase specific topics such as Autism, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD.
• Training Seminars: Single-day training session geared toward professionals to teach specific skills or techniques related to mental health.

For more information, contact Eric King at (216) 844-6252
or by email at Eric.King@UHhospitals.org.

(216) 844-3922

Discovery and Wellness Center for Children is located in the W.O. Walker Building at 10524 Euclid Avenue, just south of the corner of East 105th St. and Euclid Ave.

Validated patient parking is available in the parking garage, and there is an RTA bus stop on the corner. Buses number 6 and 9 serve Euclid Ave, and bus number 10 serves East 105th St.

Childhood Autism

The Discovery and Wellness Center for Children at University Hospitals Case Medical Center is currently looking for research individuals between the ages of 6 and 12 to participate in an investigational medication for the treatment of core symptoms of Autism. If your child is having difficulty with social interaction and communication skills, he or she may be eligible to participate in this 14-week-long unique research study. Study procedures may include clinical evaluations, close follow-up with a physician and medication provided at no cost. For more information, please call (216) 844-3922.

Childhood and Adolescent Bipolar Disorder

University Hospitals Case Medical Center is currently looking for research volunteers between the ages of 10 and 17 to participate in a study for an investigational medication for the treatment of Bipolar Disorder.

If your child is diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder and is currently receiving treatment but continues to have symptoms, he or she may be eligible to participate in this study. Study procedures may include a clinical evaluation, medical tests, physical examination and medication provided at no cost.
For more information,please call (216) 844-3922.

Childhood and Adolescent ADHD

University Hospitals Case Medical Center is currently enrolling patients between the ages of 6-18 to participate in a research study for children and adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Symptoms of ADHD include concentration difficulties, trouble focusing, extreme restlessness and disorganization. This study may include a clinical evaluation, medical tests and research medication at no cost. To learn more about this research study, please call 216-844-3922.

Childhood ADHD with Aggression

University Hospitals Case Medical Center is currently recruiting patients for participation in a research study for children and adolescents with symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder as well as other behavioral problems. Symptoms of ADHD include having trouble concentrating, a difficult time focusing, being extremely restless. Sometimes children with symptoms of ADHD also experience behavioral problems such as breaking things that do not belong to them, bullying, or being aggressive towards other people.

If your child is between the ages of 6 and 12, and his/her daily life is impacted by these disruptive behaviors, you may want to learn more about an important research study being conducted by University Hospitals Case Medical Center.

This study may include a clinical evaluation, medical tests, physical exam and research medication or therapy based treatment. To find out more about this no cost research study, please call (216) 844-3922.

Adolescent Schizophrenia

The Discovery and Wellness Center for Children at University Hospitals Case Medical Center is currently enrolling patients between the ages of 13-17 to participate in a research study for the treatment of Schizophrenia. Subjects must be diagnosed with Schizophrenia or must exhibit symptoms for a minimum of six months. Symptoms may include: paranoia, confused thoughts or disorganized speech. Eligible subjects must have some symptomatic relief with a previous medication. Study procedures may include a clinical evaluation, medical tests, and medication provided at no cost.
For more information, please call (216) 844-3922

Childhood Depression

Dr. Robert Findling’s Discovery and Wellness Center for Children at University Hospitals Case Medical Center is currently enrolling children ages 7-11 for participation in a research study. If your child is exhibiting symptoms of depression such as irritability, feelings of worthlessness and change in appetite or sleep patterns, he/she may be eligible to receive services that include a study related clinical evaluation, medical tests and investigational medication at no cost.
To find out more about this research study, please contact Becky Weintraub at (216) 844-3922

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