Current Studies

Now enrolling two groups of children and teens, ages 10-17:

1. Children and teens who self-injure via cutting with no history of suicide attempts
2. Children and teens with no personal or family history of psychiatric illness

The study includes:

• A comprehensive diagnostic assessment and IQ test
• Playing special computer games
• An MRI brain scan
• 6 short follow-up visits 
• Up to $680 in compensation

More info:

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) is a growing problem that can be linked to suicide for some kids. This study seeks to identify potential brain mechanisms that may predict future suicide attempts in kids who self-injure via cutting. We are also enrolling healthy controls with no personal or family history of psychiatric illness.

Now enrolling one group of children and teens, ages 8-16: 

1. Children and teens with any level of irritability, ranging from no irritability to severe irritability

The study includes:

• A comprehensive diagnostic assessment and IQ test
• Playing special computer games
• An MRI brain scan
• Up to $200 in compensation

More info:

Irritability—or the tendency to be angry or grumpy—is the most common reason why children are brought in for psychiatric evaluation. We are looking for 8-16 year olds, whether they have lots or little irritability, to join our study that will improve how we diagnose and treat irritability in the future.