Study on mental health and relationships for kids
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at how mentoring affects the mental health of children aged 9 to 16 who are already in outpatient therapy. It aims to see if building supportive relationships can improve mental well-being.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 9 and 16 years old.
- Your child is currently receiving mental health care through a program that is paid for by the state (like Medicaid).
- A parent or guardian can speak English comfortably.
- Your child does not have significant learning or thinking difficulties that would make it hard for them to complete the study tasks.
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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