iCARE2 investigating Concussion in Adolescents at Risk for Emotion dysregulation - Healthy 18-year-olds

STUDY BASICS

Are you a healthy 18-year-old adult? You may be eligible to be a healthy volunteer for a research study to improve understanding of how the brain recovers after a concussion in adolescents. Compensation is provided.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of this research study is to examine possible differences in the brain functioning and structure of youth with and without concussion. This study uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to look at how the brain works and saliva to assess levels of pubertal hormones. 

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOU?

• 18 years old
• Never had a concussion
• No current orthopedic injury
• Right-handed
• No metal implants

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

If you are found to be eligible, there will be 4 visits over the course of 6 months.

• MRI 
  • The MRI visit is the longest (about 2 hours).  It will consist of a 1-hour MRI scan.  During that visit, you will be asked to complete surveys regarding your symptoms, moods, and behaviors.
• Follow up at 4 weeks, 3 months* and 6 months
  • The follow-up visits will be fully remote (about 30 minutes)  
  • You will complete surveys regarding your mood and behavior.  
  • *There will be an optional second MRI at the 3-month visit.