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Now Enrolling Teens 13–17Up to $150 per study visitStone Mountain, GA

Hallucinations. Delusions. Worrisome thinking. There's an explanation - and people who can potentially help.

If your teenager is going through this, a research study in Stone Mountainoffers a no-cost evaluation and a clearer picture of what's happening. It's a place to start—with expert care. Limited Spots Available.

  • Stone Mountain, GA
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Study led by

Dr. Maria E. Johnson, MD

Board-Certified Psychiatrist

20+ years caring for young people

Answer a few quick questions to request a free consult.

Is your teen experiencing things like hearing or seeing what others don't, unusual or fearful thinking, or pulling away?
Can you bring your teen to Stone Mountain, GA for visits?Request a Free Consult Today — Limited spots available.

Where can we reach you?

Your information stays private and is used only by our study team to reach you. Submitting this form does not enroll your teen — it just starts the conversation.

From our patients

Patient Success Stories

These are real research participants who have taken part in Denali Health studies.

  • My providers were very welcoming, considerate, and knowledgeable. I look forward to my future care.

    Steve LeePatient
  • The staff was wonderful. I will recommend Denali to my friends.

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  • The best crew ever — very helpful and knowledgeable.

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Meet the study doctor

Dr. Maria E. Johnson, MD

  • Board-Certified Psychiatrist
  • 20+ years in adolescent care
  • Specialist in youth mental health
“Parents come to us frightened and exhausted from being dismissed. We listen first, explain everything in plain language, and never rush your decision.”
Dr. Maria E. Johnson, MD

Every family is treated with care, privacy, and respect — whether or not the study turns out to be a fit.

You're not alone

If this sounds like your teen, you're not imagining it.

Schizophrenia often first appears in the teenage years — and the early signs are easy to mistake for “just a phase.” The sooner you recognize them, the sooner you can get answers.

  • Illustration of a teen who appears to hear or see things others don't

    Hearing or seeing things others don't

    Voices, sounds, or sights that feel real to them.

  • Illustration of a teen experiencing unusual, fearful, or confused thinking

    Unusual, fearful, or confused thinking

    Trouble telling what's real, new suspicion or fear.

  • Illustration of a teen pulling away and withdrawing

    Pulling away

    From family, friends, school, or activities they used to love.

  • Illustration of a teen overwhelmed by a sudden drop in daily functioning

    A sudden drop in functioning

    Slipping grades, sleep changes, loss of motivation.

About the study

What this study is about

A Phase 3 research study of KarXT, a medication already FDA-approved for adults with schizophrenia and now being evaluated in teens 13–17, here in Stone Mountain.

  • Ages 13–17

    Teens experiencing symptoms of schizophrenia

  • ~11 weeks

    Screening, treatment, and a short follow-up

  • 6 visits + 1 call

    Visits in Stone Mountain, one quick check-in by phone

What your family receives

We handle the barriers, so you can focus on your teen.

  • Study Care at No Cost

    Study-related visits, evaluations, and study medication are provided. No insurance required.

  • Compensation for Your Time

    A stipend is provided for each completed visit — for both your teen and the caregiver who comes along.

  • Free Round-Trip Uber

    Free round-trip Uber rides provided to your visits, so getting to Stone Mountain is one less worry.

  • A Team That Specializes in Teens

    Experienced researchers focused on adolescent care, with close monitoring at every step.

What happens next

Getting started is simple — and fast.

  1. 1

    Answer a few quick questions

    About 20 seconds. No obligation.

  2. 2

    We call you within 24 hours

    Our team reaches out to provide you further information and answer all your questions. Then we can schedule a no-cost evaluation if it's a fit.

  3. 3

    Come in for a no-cost evaluation

    Visit us in Stone Mountain. If it's a fit, you and your teen decide together.

The sooner you reach out, the sooner you can get answers.

Questions & answers

Answers to the questions parents ask most

It's a Phase 3 research study looking at whether KarXT — a medication already FDA-approved for adults with schizophrenia — may help researchers learn more about treating symptoms of schizophrenia in teens 13–17. It's a research study, not guaranteed treatment.

Still have questions? Call or text (404) 999-2734 — we're happy to talk it through.

Take the first step

You've been searching for answers. Don't wait to start.

Share a few details and we'll reach out shortly. There's no obligation — and submitting this form does not enroll your teen.

Free round-trip Uber to help you get here.

Answer a few quick questions to request a free consult.

Is your teen experiencing things like hearing or seeing what others don't, unusual or fearful thinking, or pulling away?
Can you bring your teen to Stone Mountain, GA for visits?Request a Free Consult Today — Limited spots available.

Where can we reach you?

Your information stays private and is used only by our study team to reach you. Submitting this form does not enroll your teen — it just starts the conversation.

Request a Free Consult