How friends help teens manage emotions
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how teens and young adults learn to manage their emotions. If you fit the age range and are healthy enough for an MRI, you may help us understand how social situations affect emotion regulation.
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Who can take part
- You are either 13–15 years old or 20–25 years old
- You can speak and understand English well
- You do not have trouble seeing, hearing, or with thinking or memory
- You can safely have an MRI (no metal implants, claustrophobia, or other health issues that might interfere)
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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