Mental Health & Maturation

Who can participate?

Eligible participants:

Girls aged 10 to 12
Boys aged 11 to 13
Have experienced life events such as, but not limited to, neighborhood/school violence, abuse, neglect, and separation from family members

What will participants do?

Participants will complete two research study visits, each lasting approximately 2-3 hours. We do our best to schedule visits at a time that is most convenient for you.

Participants will:

Complete mental health and puberty questionnaires
Complete non-invasive MEG and MRI brain scans
Provide a hair and saliva sample

Parents will also be asked to complete a few questionnaires on behalf of their child.

Where will the study take place?
Institute for Human Neuroscience
14090 Mother Teresa Ln
Boys Town, NE 68010

Transportation may be provided if needed!

Compensation

Participation comes at no cost to you. In fact, participants will receive between $150 and $215 in compensation and a 3D-printed model of their own brain!

For more information, please contact the CANDY Lab at (402)713-1756 or IHN.CANDYLab@boystown.org

You can also fill out the eligibility form below, and someone will be in contact with you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should my child bring/wear to their research visits?

They do not need to bring anything to their visit. We want your child to be comfortable during their visit, so please wear comfortable clothes that are metal-free and wear hair in a “down” style if possible.

Are any invasive procedures involved in this study?

The MEG and MRI scans are non-invasive, meaning there will be no contrast agent or radiation exposure.

How will the study team protect my child’s information?

Participation in the study is confidential and stored securely. All data collected is anonymized, so your child’s name will not be on any of it.

Mental Health & Maturation

Frequently Asked Questions

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