Panda Study – Ages 14-17

STUDY BASICS

Are you the parent of a child age 14-17 who is enrolled in high school? Does your child identify as LGBQ+? Your teen may be able to participate in a research study to help learn more about how social experiences, including difficult social experiences, impact brain function in ways that may contribute to depression. Eligible participants are right-handed and willing/able to undergo MRI scanning.

STUDY PURPOSE

This research study focuses on adolescents ages 14-17 and the social experiences that can contribute to, or protect against, depression. Adolescence is a period in which depression can develop, and social experiences – particularly experiences that impact how a teenager feels about themselves – may play a beneficial or harmful role. The goal of this research study is to investigate social factors in depression among adolescents. Researchers hope their findings lead to better ways to support youth at risk for depression.

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOUR CHILD?

Ages 14-17 In high school Willing and able to have an fMRI scan (no non-removable metal in the body and not claustrophobic)

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

The study includes screening plus three visits:

• The screening visit occurs prior to study enrolment to determine if you are eligible to take part in the research study
• The 1st visit will be a virtual clinical interview with the adolescent
• The 2nd visit, scheduled approximately 1 week after the 1st visit, includes questionnaires, an MRI safety screening, and an MRI scan  
• The 3rd visit, approximately 6 months after the 2nd visit, includes answering questionnaires