Research Studies

Brain Development Study: Studying differences in the brain development of teens ages 13 – 17 who are struggling with depression and/or a history of abuse.

Eating Patterns & Activity Study: Examining how social and biological stress contribute to eating patterns, activity, and weight in girls ages 13-17.

Cardiovascular (“CVD”) Study (follow-up study to Eating Patterns and Activity Study): Identifying biological, behavioral, psychological and social factors contributing to racial/ethnic differences in early vascular aging and cardiovascular health among African American/Black, Hispanic/Latina, and Non-Hispanic White females between the ages of 18 and 28.

Life Skills Study: Learning about brain changes in response to a family-based intervention which promotes a positive future for Black and African American youth ages 11 – 14.

Early Life Adversity Study: Observing and identifying risk and protective factors for alcohol and drug use in teens 12-15 who have experienced early life adversity.