Unusual Thoughts, Experiences, and Ideas Research Study
Researchers are seeking anyone between 12-30 who are concerned about recent changes in thinking, behavior, or experiences. See if you or someone you know is eligible for our compensated study today!
Fast Facts
concerned about recent changes in mood, thinking or behavior
12-30 years old
Conducted in person and remotely
Study Background
This is a two-year observational study, meaning that no treatment is being provided. However, it is important to improve our knowledge about symptoms and risk factors, as well as the way that they change over time.
This research project aims to increase understanding of mental health concerns in young people and how to prevent the development of a more serious mental illness such as psychosis. Help advance research today and join our study!
Study Background
What does it mean to be at Clinical High Risk for psychosis?
- People who are CHR for psychosis have a higher risk of developing a psychotic disorder than most people.
- Symptoms vary for different people. These symptoms can include feeling low in mood, feeling paranoid, or seeing or hearing things that aren’t there. Some people might worry that their thoughts are being heard or might be having more difficulty than usual coping with work, school, or relationships. If you’re not sure if this applies to you, see “Is this study for me?”
- These early symptoms may become more severe over time, may stay the same over time, or may decrease or go away entirely. Most people with these symptoms will not go on to develop psychosis.
This is a two-year observational study, meaning that no treatment is being provided. However, it is important to improve our knowledge about symptoms and risk factors, as well as the way that they change over time.
This research project aims to increase understanding of mental health concerns in young people and how to prevent the development of a more serious mental illness such as psychosis. Help advance research today and join our compensated study!
Additional Information
You may be eligible for the study if you meet any of the following criteria:
- Ages 12 – 30
- Noticing a recent change in thinking, behavior, or experiences, such as:
- Confusion about what is real or imaginary
- Feeling not in control of your own thoughts of ideas
- Feeling suspicious or paranoid
- Having experiences that may not be real, such as hearing sounds or seeing things that may not be there
The study would entail visits over a 2-year period. Eligible participants will be asked to come complete 2 in person visits during the first two months and then complete check in visits that can be completed remotely or in person.
