What is this study about? This research study seeks to provide insight into the brain-body connection in youth.
Who can participate? Youth 12-17 y/o who are right-handed, fluent in English, and able to undergo MRI scan (no metal in the body). Participants with OR without OCD, anxiety, and anorexia are welcome to participate.
Where will the study take place? This study takes place across 4 in-person visits (12 hours total) at the Johns Hopkins East Baltimore Medical Campus.
What will happen if I choose to participate? Youth will complete questionnaires, do computer tasks, undergo an MRI scan, and do several mindfulness and relaxation exercises in virtual reality (VR)
Will I be compensated? Yes. Participants will receive $50 per study visit, up to $200 total.
To learn more about this research study, visit https://jhucoach.org/vitals or email coach@jhmi.edu (IRB00447147; Principal Investigator: Joseph McGuire, PhD).
