Is this for you?

IMAGEN's purpose and mission

The study's objective is to learn about biological and environmental factors that might have an influence on mental health and risk-taking behaviour in teenagers.

This knowledge will then help to develop prevention strategies and therapies in the future.

Benefits to you

  • You will be an invaluable part of a research study that involves state-of-the-art techniques in behavioural neuroscience and genetic assessment
  • You will see how a research study on the mind is conducted
  • You will see how neuro-imaging is used to study the brain and behaviour
  • Your contribution will assist in the development of prevention strategies and therapies
  • You will share this experience with about 2000 teenagers from all over Europe
  • Insights gained might increase your awareness of your own personal strengths

Compensation and expenses

There is no direct financial benefit to you from participation in the study. But you will receive compensation for your time, and any travel expenses will be reimbursed to make it possible for you to attend scanning sessions.

Keeping you informed

You will receive updates on the study and its findings.

You will be sent a newsletter at the end of the study, or earlier if indicated, when we achieve results that have meaningful applications.