Fast Facts
Parents of children ages 9–11 who have, at any point in their lifetime, felt anxious, nervous, down, and/or depressed
Willing to complete 1 appointment per year for 5 years
Compensation is provided, along with free transportation, mileage reimbursement, and childcare reimbursement
Conducted in
Rochester, NY
Additional Information
You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Parent of a child ages 9–11
- Parent who has, at any point in their lifetime, felt anxious, nervous, down, and/or depressed
- Willing to participate in a study with 5 yearly visits involving games, questionnaires, and interviews
- Biological parent of the participating child
Exclusion Criteria:
- Parent or child has a history of concussions, head trauma, traumatic brain injury, seizures, or other neurological conditions
Overall Duration
This study lasts about 5 years, with one visit each year.
In-Lab Activities
Participants (a parent and their child ages 9–11) will attend up to 5 visits total, usually one per year. At each visit, they will:
- Play simple computer games and complete decision-making tasks
- Answer questionnaires about thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Take part in interviews with trained research staff
These activities are designed to better understand emotions and decision-making. Some parts of the visit may be audio recorded so researchers can review responses later. There are no medical procedures like blood draws.
At-Home Activities
Most of the study takes place during the in-person visits. Some later visits may be adjusted to be completed remotely if needed. If so, participants may be asked to complete questionnaires or talk with staff from home using a secure system. No video or audio will be recorded at home unless permission is given.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.