Segal Trials

Clinical trials are crucial for the development and evaluation of new medical treatments and interventions. A key component of these trials is the use of placebos, which play a critical role in understanding the efficacy and safety of investigational drugs or treatments. In this article, we will research the concept of placebos in clinical trials, explore examples of placebos, discuss the pros and cons of placebo-controlled trials, examine the role of placebos in drug studies, and address the ethical issues associated with their use.

Opioid addiction is a deeply complex and harrowing experience that affects millions of individuals worldwide. In this blog post, we will delve into the personal account of Jack, an adult man who battled with opioid addiction, shedding light on his journey, the challenges he faced, the lessons learned, and the path to recovery. Through his story, we hope to inspire compassion, understanding, and awareness of the profound impact of addiction on individuals and society.

Welcome to our dynamic blog, where we delve into the exciting and rapidly evolving field of psychedelics research. In recent years, scientific investigations into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics have gained significant traction. Today, we focus on four specific diagnoses: anxiety, treatment-resistant depression, depression, and alcohol use disorder. Join us as we explore the latest breakthroughs in psychedelics research and their potential for transforming mental health treatment.

Take a moment to delve into the mesmerizing history of LSD, a hallucinogenic substance that has captivated the imagination and sparked controversy since its creation. Synthesized by a Swiss scientist in the 1930s, LSD, or lysergic acid diethylamide, initially emerged as a psychiatric tool used in therapy. However, it soon transcended its therapeutic origins, becoming an emblem of the counterculture movement in the 1960s. Its journey can be best described through the lyrics of the Grateful Dead: "Sometimes the light's all shinin' on me. Other times I can barely see. Lately, it occurs to me, What a long, strange trip it's been."

Welcome back to our enlightening series on Schizophrenia. In this third entry, we're going to delve even deeper into the intricacies of this complex mental health condition. This blog is dedicated to clearing up common misconceptions, shedding light on lesser-known facts, and continuing our journey towards understanding and empathy.

Migraines affect about 12% worldwide and are more common in women than men. If you struggle with migraines a clinical study could help.

Clinical research is how all treatments reach patients, including medications to treat mental illnesses. All medications currently on the market went through the rigorous stages of the clinical research funnel, and many more are currently being researched. To date, Segal Trials has 57 medications and devices that are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). That’s 57 treatments changing the lives of millions of patients. 

Caregivers are some of the hardest-working, most compassionate people on Earth. We want to bring light to them and their unique contributions to our communities by providing resources, support, and a great big Thank You!

Major depressive disorder (MDD) or Depression is often described as having a loss of interest in daily activities and feeling hopeless. As discussed in our previous blog with Dr. Kakar, A Board Certified Psychiatrist Shares Surprising Facts About Depression, while those are common symptoms, depression varies by every individual. Depression varies by treatments, triggers, and the impact of MDD on a person’s life. In this blog, we’re unpacking those differences and sharing patients’ insights on clinical trials.