Using research to bring clinical innovation to patient care

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is committed to advancing knowledge and treatment through diverse research initiatives. Our key areas of research focus include:

Substance Use Disorders

Current research is focused on improving access to comprehensive substance use treatment care. 

Stress and Anxiety

Current research addresses stress and anxiety in:

• Patients with various mental health issues
• Children with obesity
• Individuals with substance use disorders
• Residents of high-risk neighborhoods
• Medical students

Coping and Resilience in Children

Current investigations examine coping and resilience mechanisms among children facing various challenges.

Cognitive Effects of Chemotherapy

Current research explores how chemotherapy affects cognitive functioning in cancer patients.

Neuropsychological Functioning in Neurological Diseases

Current investigations include the cognitive aspects of neurological conditions such as:

• Dementia
• Parkinson’s disease
• Epilepsy
• Cognition in normal aging

Get Involved

Interested in joining our research efforts?
We welcome students, trainees, and community members to participate in our research activities. Opportunities include:

• Research Assistant Positions: Gain hands-on experience and contribute to ongoing research projects.
• Internships: Explore research interests and gain valuable skills.
• Volunteering: Support various research initiatives and events.

For more details on how to get involved, please contact us or visit our Get Involved page.

Contact Us

Have questions or need more information?
Feel free to reach out to us:

• Email: psychiatry-research@ou.edu
• Phone: 405-271-5121
• Office Location: 920 Stanton L Young Boulevard, WP 3470, Oklahoma City, OK73104

We’re here to assist you with any inquiries or provide further information about our research activities.