Creating a framework to improve the understanding of mental health constructs in children
A Data Science Framework for Empirically Evaluating and Deriving Reproducible and Transferrable RDoC Constructs in Youth
This study is working on a new way to better understand how kids think and pay attention, especially for those with conditions like ADHD and OCD, by using advanced technology to analyze data from many children, so we can get reliable results that help improve mental health care for young people.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10645157 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a data science framework that enhances the reproducibility of mental health constructs related to cognitive control and attention in children. By utilizing advanced algorithms and software, the project aims to validate and derive constructs relevant to conditions like ADHD and OCD. The research will analyze data from large, nationally representative samples, including neuroimaging and behavioral data, to ensure that findings can be reliably reproduced across different studies. This approach will help in creating a more systematic understanding of mental health issues in youth.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-21 who are experiencing symptoms of ADHD or OCD.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have any mental health conditions or are outside the age range of 0-21 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate assessments and interventions for children with mental health conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using data-driven approaches to improve understanding of mental health constructs, indicating that this methodology is promising.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Liu, Ying — New York State Psychiatric Institute Dba Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, INC
- Study coordinator: Liu, Ying
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.