Mood and testosterone in young teens
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how mood changes during puberty in young people aged 11 to 14. It tests whether using a mindfulness app (Healthy Minds) can help teens who have been through stress or feel down.
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Who can take part
- You are 11, 12, 13, or 14 years old.
- You have your own smartphone or tablet that can download apps.
- You have had a stressful event in the last year OR have been feeling down or depressed.
- You do not meditate regularly and have not used the Healthy Minds app before.
- You are not currently taking hormones (like testosterone or birth control) or medications that affect your heart or brain.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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