Using health records and genetic data to identify adolescents at risk for depression
Integrating Health Records, Genomic, and Social Data to Stratify Adolescent Depression Risk
This study is working to help doctors find teenagers who might be at risk for depression by using health records, genetic information, and social data, so they can get the support they need before things get really tough.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894699 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the identification of adolescents who are at risk for depression by integrating electronic health records, genomic information, and social data. By analyzing these diverse data sources, the project seeks to develop a new algorithm that can effectively detect young individuals who may benefit from early intervention. The approach focuses on utilizing existing health data to enhance screening processes in clinical settings, making it easier for healthcare providers to identify at-risk youth before they experience severe depressive episodes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who may be experiencing early signs of depression or are at risk due to various factors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those who do not have any risk factors for depression may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier detection and prevention of depression in adolescents, potentially reducing long-term mental health issues.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using electronic health records and genetic data for identifying mental health risks, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Choi, Karmel — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Choi, Karmel
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.