MBA Study - Parents of Depressed Teens

STUDY BASICS

Are you the parent of a 12-18 year old child who is depressed? If so, your child may be able to participate in a research study to help learn more about brain and behavior changes in depressed adolescents. Participation includes interviews, questionnaires, computer tasks, and an fMRI scan. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

More than 20% of teens will experience depression, a serious mood disorder that typically causes feelings of intense sadness, lowered interest in activities, academic problems, and withdrawal from others. The purpose of this study is to help researchers learn more about brain and behavior changes with varying mood states. Researchers hope their findings will lead to more personalized treatments for depression in the future.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

Ages 12-18 Currently depressed No non-removable metal in the body (dental fillings are OK)

 

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

Participation involves six visits over two years. During the first 3 hour visit, participants will complete interviews and questionnaires. During the second 3 hour visit, participants will have an fMRI brain scan. fMRI brain scans are not invasive and do not use radiation. Over the next 2 years, visits will be repeated every 6 months. Participants can choose between coming into the lab for the visit, or having the research team come to their home.