Understanding how adolescents make decisions and how it relates to mental health.
CRCNS US-Israel Research Proposal: Computational Phenotyping of Decision Making in Adolescent Psychopathology
This study is looking at how teenagers and young adults make decisions as their brains grow, especially focusing on those with mental health challenges, to help us understand their unique decision-making styles and improve treatment options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Princeton University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Princeton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877843 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the decision-making processes in adolescents, particularly how these processes change as the brain develops. By using advanced computational models, the study aims to quantify how learning and decision-making differ in individuals with mental health conditions. Participants aged 10 to 25 will engage in tasks designed to reveal their unique decision-making styles, which will help identify patterns associated with various mental health symptoms. The findings could lead to better understanding and treatment of mental health issues in adolescents.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 10 to 25, particularly those experiencing mental health challenges such as anxiety or ADHD.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 10 to 25 or those without mental health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for diagnosing and treating mental health conditions in adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using computational models to understand cognitive processes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Princeton, UNITED STATES
- Princeton University — Princeton, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Niv, Yael — Princeton University
- Study coordinator: Niv, Yael
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.