01 Apr 2010
April 1 NIMH Update
Attached is the April 1 update from the National Institute of Mental Health. Included is information on funding opportunities and clinical trials:
SAMHSA: Celebrating Those Who Make a Difference for Mental Health
Join SAMHSA in recognizing entertainment industry professionals and mental health consumers who have given a voice to people with mental health problems. The Voice Awards honor film and television writers and producers who incorporate dignified, respectful and accurate portrayals of people with mental illnesses into their scripts, programs and productions. The awards also recognize the accomplishments of consumer leaders who have been instrumental in both raising awareness and understanding of mental health issues and promoting the social inclusion of people with mental health problems. Nominations are open to anyone, are free and there is no limit to the number
an individual may submit.
Entertainment industry nominations due: April 30, 2010
Mental health consumer nominations due: May 14, 2010
http://whatadifference.samhsa.gov/voiceawards/nominate.html
Clinical Trial Participation News
NIMH: Genetics of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Adult Research Study
Individuals who have been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and their family may be able to participate in an OCD research study. The purpose of this study is to identify genes that affect susceptibility to OCD. By identifying genes that increase or decrease the risk of OCD, researchers can better understand how the condition develops and ultimately improve treatment for people with OCD. OCD is a severe familial condition that affects approximately two percent of the population. The way OCD is inherited is not clearly understood, but researchers believe it is complex and involves multiple genes. This study will detect and localize genes that increase or decrease susceptibility to OCD. The data collected from this study will be combined with data from other research studies to determine gene linkage and association. Eligible volunteers will contribute in three ways: a confidential questionnaire packet, an interview and a sample of blood. Travel is not needed. Participants will receive monetary compensation for their involvement in the study. Individuals may find out if they qualify or get more information by calling 301-496-8977 or toll free at 1-866-644-4363, or sending an email to kazubad@mail.nih.gov.
For more information on research conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health in Bethesda, Maryland, click here http://patientinfo.nimh.nih.gov
Programmatic Funding
CDC: Maternal Child Health Epidemiology: National and State Coalition Capacity Building to Improve Outcomes
HRSA: Geriatric Training Program for Physicians, Dentists, and Behavioral and Mental Health Professions
https://grants.hrsa.gov/webExternal/SFO.asp?ID=63A7E2B1-2A30-47D9-9D5A-180E5ABA45BA
HRSA: Geriatric Education Centers
https://grants.hrsa.gov/webExternal/SFO.asp?ID=F218CA5E-FBC6-46BC-BDA7-D94028370E55
National and Community Service: Nonprofit Capacity Building Program
http://www.nationalservice.gov/for_organizations/funding/nofa_detail.asp?tbl_nofa_id=81
OVW Fiscal Year 2010 Tribal Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Coalitions Program and Special Tribal Sexual Assault Coalition Program
http://www.ovw.usdoj.gov/docs/fy10-tribal-coalitions-solicitation.pdf
USDA: Rural Health and Safety Education Competitive Grants Program
http://www.nifa.usda.gov/funding/rfas/rural_health.html