Volunteers Needed for Cardiovascular Study (Approved by Admin)

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH STUDY

Hello, my name is Thomas V. Parinello, and I am a doctoral candidate in the clinical psychology program at Fielding Graduate University. I am conducting my dissertation research on cardiovascular self-care and depression and am looking for participants.

The purpose of this study is to examine the relationship between self-care and depression in cardiovascular patients when other factors are involved. This research also aims to improve cardiovascular rehabilitation programs and treatment outcomes.

This study is voluntary, anonymous, and confidential and will take approximately 15 minutes to complete a series of questions on a secure website.

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS RESEARCH, YOU:

- Must be 18 years of age or older
- MAY be experiencing symptoms of depression or MAY be diagnosed with depression. Symptoms of depression include but are not limited to, decreased overall mood, low energy, fatigue, poor concentration, poor sleep, feelings of hopelessness.

AND WITHIN THE LAST 12-MONTHS:

- Have been diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition, OR
- Have suffered from a cardiovascular related event, OR
- Have undergone cardiovascular related surgery

To participate in this study, please visit the below website

http://bit.ly/fgu_cardiostudy

Thank you and if you have questions or would like more information about this study, please feel free to contact me:

Thomas V. Parinello, M.A., Ed.S
Fielding Graduate University
[email protected]

Thanks for the reply

If you are a cardiovascular patient and have symptoms of depression then you may qualify. I think the biggest hurdle is getting cardio patients that meet the 12 month (ish) window Also, you do not necessarily have to have a diagnosis of depression. I think folks sometimes see the word "depression" and think that they have to have a diagnosis, when just experiencing low mood is a symptom. If you have a diagnosis from the depressive disorders, then that is fine as well (Bipolar fits in that area). In regard to posting on the depression forum, the cardio piece would be a factor and I believe many if not most would likely not qualify.

While I am here, I will add for all that I have Atrial Fibrillation. This dissertation stems in part from my experience with rehabilitation after my own major event a number of years ago. I hope to improve rehab programs with this work, or at least improve follow-on assessments.

I appreciate your help, and feel free to share with people outside of the forum.

Regards,
Thomas