Investigating Social Media, Brain Processing, and Cortisol in Teen Suicide
| Sponsor: |
National Institute of Mental Health |
| Enrolling: |
Male and Female Patients |
| Study Length: |
6 Months |
| Clinic Visits: |
4 |
| IRB Number: |
AAAV0605 |
| Contact: |
Oliver Zhang: 347-501-2302 / impactsstudy@cumc.columbia.edu |
The study uses brain imaging and cortisol to understand risk and protective factors for mental health among adolescents on social media. We are currently recruiting adolescents ages 14-18 who struggle with mental health. To participate in our study, we would ask your child to: (a) complete a mental health interview (over Zoom), (b) complete a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scan, (c), provide a hair sample, (d) collect data from their social media and upload it to a secure tool where a computer program will analyze their data, and (e) provide a blood and saliva sample (optional). There also would be follow up assessments that would be completed by Zoom at 2-, 4-, and 6- months after the initial interview, or in-person if your child opts into providing blood and saliva samples. For participating in the study, your child may receive up to $790, with additional payments available for those who choose to provide blood and saliva samples.
Investigator
Peter Dayan, MD
| Are you the parent of a teenager aged 14-18? |
Yes |
No |
| Does your child struggle with their mental health? |
Yes |
No |
| Does your child use social media at least once daily (e.g., Instagram)? |
Yes |
No |