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definitely brain disorders, but they can also lead to
other physical diseases within the body. Depression,
C i ' for instance, is a major risk factor for heart disease.”
I l { [ ’ Lindner Center of HOPE makes great efforts to
‘ T share such research and findings with the Greater
Cincinnati community. Clinicians volunteer their
time to give presentations and hold forums in
_ .. . ‘ locations across the city, including churches, schools
" ‘ _— I‘ 1:: and mental health advocacy groups. In addition,
_  'q researchers present at other research forums and
_ ‘C health institutions nationally and internationally to
f‘'_" -.v  ; .' - share the progress being made here in Cincinnati.
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"."._=:*¢‘r;_“"_‘v,_;>. -. ii:  ~, « ’ Lindner Center of HOPE also encourages the
' '   ",4; —' 17  r " ~ public to get involved in whatever way works for
l ‘4  " * 7-: pr ‘ ~ X them. All are invited to attend educational sessions
' '- IV  - V to hear from doctors and Lindner Center staff about
"’ . ., ,' how mental illness impacts people.The Center
_ ,  currently has an ongoing series about substance use
» ' f  disorders, as it is a growing concern with Cincinnati
. leaders and citizens alike. And, finally, the Center
' V ' 3 encourages anyone who is currently suffering from
a mental disorder to reach out about trials and
research studies.
“There are so many studies available for people right
Lindner Center of HOPE’s Research Institute employs a here in WWII,” Pierson Said» “Pe0P1e Should not
number of investigators and research assistants. feel reluctant or ashamed to volunteer. Participants
. . _ , _ receive excellent care, and there are occasionally

5“gm"‘F1Zed by the pub_hC’ and We re _See1,n_g the ,, stipends available for participating. Every person
deleterious effect of this on affected individuals. who gets involved is Contributing to the field and
Dr. McElroy further explained the complex overlap helping other people’ and themSe1Ves’get better‘
WYVCC“ the tV_V° “fleas of su_ldy’ Her. research Even if there is not an open study available at the
indicates that individuals with obesity can become time of the Call) Lindner Center of HOPE Staff
depressed as a result of their Weight gain’ 1,f they can provide access to resources, other trials, and
were not already depressed prior to the Weight additional avenues to help patients who contact
gain. But, it can also be that depression leads to the Center. Getting in touch is the first step to

the development of obesity. Understanding the participating in a tri 31 or learning more about
bi-directional relationship of these two disorders helping a loved one get the Care they need.

is critical in selecting the appropriate treatment,

as many current drug therapies of depression are my
associated with significant weight gain.

“The field has become really clear that these are IvcvewifnngfiL:fenn::(:::§:::énflrjijtphone at

not isolated diseases,” Dr. McElroy said. “They are 513.5354-roPE (4673)_

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