The purpose of this research study is to find out what effects (good and bad) that omega-3 fatty acids has on schizophrenia.
The two aims of the study test the hypotheses that correcting omega-3 fatty acid deficiency in the early stages of schizophrenia improves positive symptom treatment response, negative symptom treatment response, and cognition symptom response.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
TRIPLE
* Essential omega-3 fatty acid replacement therapy with Eicosapentaenoic acid at 3.2 grams * Docosahexaenoic acid fish oil concentrate at 1.6 grams
Olive oil capsules, 8 capsules per day
3.2 grams for EPA 1.6 grams for DHA
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Determine positive symptom treatment response in omega-3 fatty acid deficient first-episode schizophrenia patients augmented with omega-3 fatty acid supplementation vs. placebo.
Time frame: 12 months
Determine negative and cognitive symptom treatment response in omega-3 fatty acid deficient first-episode schizophrenia patients augmented with omega-3 supplementation vs. placebo.
Time frame: 12 months
This platform is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Olive oil capsule