Understanding mood health in teenagers and how stress affects it
Biotyping Mood Health in Late Adolescence: Neurocognitive Dimensions and Stress Pathways
This study is looking at how changes in the brain during the teenage years can affect mood and stress, and it's for teens aged 14-19, especially those who might be more likely to experience mood issues because of their family history.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10613468 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how neurocognitive changes during adolescence influence mood disorders and stress responses. By recruiting adolescents aged 14-19, including those at high familial risk for mood disorders, the study will utilize neuroimaging, cognitive testing, and symptom assessments over a 24-month period. Participants will also engage in follow-up evaluations through a mobile app to track stress events and symptoms. The goal is to identify specific neurocognitive pathways that may predispose teens to mood disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 14-19, particularly those with a family history of mood disorders.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 12-20 or those without any familial risk factors for mood disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment strategies for mood disorders in adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding the neurocognitive aspects of mood disorders in adolescents, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Boulder, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado — Boulder, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kaiser, Roselinde H — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Kaiser, Roselinde H
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.