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Social anxiety study

Published: 30 July 2008

Is shyness or social anxiety a problem for you? Do you fear social situations (e.g. meeting new people, public speaking)? Are you diagnosed with Social Phobia (SP) OR Generalised Social Anxiety Disorder (GSAD) OR think you may suffer from these?

You can help contribute to the research of psychiatric disorders such as Anxiety by participating in a research project. The study involves three sessions consisting of a medical/psychiatric screen (session one), and two brain imaging (MRI) sessions (sessions two and three) during which you will be administered one of two treatments (Oxytocin or Placebo).

Eligibility: Current diagnosis of SP or GSAD (diagnosis can be determined and/or confirmed during Session one); Right-handed; Male, Aged 18-55 yrs; Non-smoker; No drug/alcohol abuse; Medication free; No metal objects in body (or which cannot be removed).

For further information please contact: Izelle Labuschagne
Phone: +61 3 9594 5543
Email: Izelle.Labuschagne@med.monash.edu.au
Compensation: To recompense for your time, effort and travel, $50 per brain scan (x2) will be paid to you at the end.