Veterans exposed to combat trauma needed for research study

Vanderbilt researchers are looking for veterans to participate in a research study. You may be eligible to participate in a research study if you were exposed to combat trauma during your time at war in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or Operation New Dawn.

Study Purpose: to investigate the effects of combat-related trauma on brain structure and function.

Study Duration: The study requires two trips to the Nashville VA and Vanderbilt University Medical Center for a total of six hours. The first visit includes an interview and questionnaires. The second visit includes an MRI and saliva samples.

Eligibility Criteria: You may be eligible for this study if you are a Veteran (age 18-50) who was exposed to combat trauma and do not have any of the following: bipolar disorder, psychotic disorder, attention-related disorders (e.g., ADHD), or excessive alcohol or drug use in the past 3 months.

You will be compensated $125 for completing the study.

If you are interested in participating and would like to know if you are eligible, please call Hannah at  615-875-7627 or go to: bit.ly/va-study.