Research Participation
The FEC is operated at the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center. We encourage individuals to participate in research if they are stable enough to do so, and if we feel that participation would not hinder specific treatment and therapeutic goals.
Though it is always stressed that research participation is voluntary, we believe that participation in research is of utmost importance because study outcomes equip us with more knowledge that may lead to more effective treatment approaches.
Research participation is kept separate from treatment at the FEC, and participation will not impact your relationships with your therapist and psychiatrist.
To participate in research opportunities available at the center, individuals must be able to give informed consent. We take this measure to ensure that our patients understand various study procedures and expectations.