Behavioral Health Services Research Department

Behavioral Health Services Research Department Contact us at 864-898-2992 to find out about our current research opportunities. We are currently collaborating with MUSC on several innovative concepts.

Beginning in 1999, BHSPC has collaborated with the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) on various research endeavors. BHSPC is honored to be a part of such a prestigious research group especially given the rural setting of Pickens County. This partnership has allowed for BHSPC to serve as a site for twelve clinical trials, five of those trials within the Southern Consortium Node (SC Node)

of the nationwide Clinical Trials Network (CTN). BHSPC’s research department is known for their ability to recruit, retain, and successfully complete their studies. They also received the Research Innovation Award from the CTN as they were able to incorporate several research to practice initiatives. The participants in the research studies are able to influence treatment options nationally by sharing their experience-based knowledge to support the community and science as a whole. The future of the research department is solely dependent on outside funding and the formulation of new research ideas. We are looking forward to research prospects that benefit our clients as well as the community.

06/17/2026

Did you know that we collaborate with four facilities across the state? Our main office is at MUSC Charleston. We collaborate with staff in Conway, Greenville, Lancaster, and Pickens. We have worked with Pickens since 1999.

Are you interested in quitting va**ng? We are conducting a research study for people ages 18-40 who are looking to quit ...
06/17/2026

Are you interested in quitting va**ng? We are conducting a research study for people ages 18-40 who are looking to quit va**ng (e-ci******es), who currently use cannabis. As a part of the study, all eligible participants receive medication and counseling to aid in their attempt to quit to***co. Compensation, up to $1,050, is provided to eligible participants.
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Looking to kick the habit? E-Cigarette users between the ages of 18-40 who also use ma*****na may qualify for a quit va*...
06/15/2026

Looking to kick the habit? E-Cigarette users between the ages of 18-40 who also use ma*****na may qualify for a quit va**ng research study based in {enter site information, ex. Pickens}. Payment is provided for participation.
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If you want to quit va**ng (e-ci******es), we could help!Give us a call at 864-898-2992 or click the link below to learn...
06/12/2026

If you want to quit va**ng (e-ci******es), we could help!

Give us a call at 864-898-2992 or click the link below to learn about our research study.
https://redcap.link/vapeCAT

Dr. Tracy Smith was featured in an article titled "Why risk perception matters for quitting smoking," which highlighted ...
06/11/2026

Dr. Tracy Smith was featured in an article titled "Why risk perception matters for quitting smoking," which highlighted a study published in Addictive Behaviors. This study suggests that this perception still lingers, shaping how people think about e-cigarette risk today. Dr. Smith is one of the principal investigators on our STEPS study.

https://hollingscancercenter.musc.edu/content-hub/News/2026/05/04/why-risk-perception-matters-for-quitting-smoking?fbclid=IwY2xjawRu9dlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFXTmN0dXZGQ09JN0pQbksxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHq8Zbyd8ICIIP9EBZ8tYgTmEoapD4YcAqhqbN5FJTrbw8-kkbmg6Lt56i_k8_aem_-QU2KEHzgXSYiJWFHJAalg

The EVALI scare of 2019 continues to shape how people view the risks of va**ng compared to ci******es, even as more information about the reasons for EVALI have been uncovered.

Are you interested in quitting va**ng (e-ci******es)? We are conducting a research study for people ages 18-40 who are l...
06/10/2026

Are you interested in quitting va**ng (e-ci******es)? We are conducting a research study for people ages 18-40 who are looking to quit va**ng (e-ci******es) and currently use ma*****na/cannabis.
https://redcap.link/vapeCAT

If you’re between the ages of 18 to 40 year old and use ma*****na/cannabis, you may qualify for a quit (e-cigarette) va*...
06/08/2026

If you’re between the ages of 18 to 40 year old and use ma*****na/cannabis, you may qualify for a quit (e-cigarette) va**ng research study.
https://redcap.link/vapeCAT

Quitting va**ng is a great way to make a healthy lifestyle change. Give us a call at 864-898-2992 or fill out this surve...
06/05/2026

Quitting va**ng is a great way to make a healthy lifestyle change.

Give us a call at 864-898-2992 or fill out this survey (https://redcap.link/vapeCAT) for more information about our quit va**ng research study.

There are plenty reasons someone might want to quit va**ng. Some common reasons we hear from people are that they want t...
06/03/2026

There are plenty reasons someone might want to quit va**ng. Some common reasons we hear from people are that they want to better their health, save money, are tired of the habit or want to make a loved one proud.

If you're interested, click this link for more information: https://redcap.link/vapeCAT

It’s a new day and a new chance to start again! Give us a call at 864-898-2992 to hear about our research studies!
06/01/2026

It’s a new day and a new chance to start again!

Give us a call at 864-898-2992 to hear about our research studies!

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318 East Main Street
Pickens, SC
29671

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