Research helps to enhance knowledge on how to treat conditions, prevent illnesses and form the best care across society and within the NHS. Volunteering to get involved may mean filling in questionnaires, talking to one of the research team, or trialling a new treatment or drug. 

Active Studies

Understanding the Wellbeing and Support Needs of Partners of Parents with Bipolar (PPB Study) - PPB - Lancaster University

This study is sponsored by the University of Lancaster and aims to get a clearer understanding of the well-being and support needs of partners of parents with Bipolar disorder. We will use this information to co-design a toolkit with people who have lived experience and with social workers, to help frontline social workers provide sensitive, informed support.

Participants will complete a survey and have the option to take part in a follow-up online interview, an online co-design workshop, or both. Participants will receive a £20 Love2Shop voucher as a thank you for taking part.

DaRe2THINK- DaRe2THINK - DaRe2THINK

DaRe2THINK is a transformational project that will test a new way of running clinical trials at General Practices in the NHS.

GLAD- Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression | GLAD Study

The Genetic Links to Anxiety and Depression (GLAD) Study is a project set up to support studies exploring risk factors for depression and/or anxiety.

SleepBuddy- Landing page | Trial Deck

SleepBuddy is a new website designed by medics and psychologists. This study is testing to see if it improves sleep problems in children aged 6-12 years with an ADHD diagnosis.

Join Dementia Research- Join dementia research - register your interest in dementia research : Home

Dementia affects more than 850,000 people in the UK. Research offers hope. Only through research can we understand what causes dementia diseases, develop effective treatments and improve the care of those living with dementia.