The Biopsychosocial Interactions in Adolescent Relationships and Development Study (BIRD)

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Natasha Chaku, PhD

Primary Investigator

Recruiting
8 years - 16 years
All
Phase N/A
500 participants needed
1 Location

Brief description of study

Why is this study being done?

The interACT Lab at Indiana University is looking for eager, dynamic, and curious youth to participate in the BIRD Study. We want to earn more about the complex relationships between puberty, cognition, social relationships, and health in adolescents. The goal of this study is to gain a further understanding of adolescent brain and behavior. 

Who can take part?

Children and teens ages between 8-16 years old and their parent/legal guardian are eligible to participate. 

Detailed description of study

What will happen during the study?

Attend one study visit (90 min.) at Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. 

Study participation involves the following:

  • Complete questionnaires and cognitive tasks via a computer
  • Body measurements will be taken (hip, waist, height, and weight).
  • Provide saliva and hair samples.

Incentive/compensation

  • In total, families can earn up to $75 for completing the study session (parents/ legal guardians will be paid $50 for bringing their child in for the study session and completing their questionnaire; youth will receive $20 for their participation, and $5 for providing a hair sample). 

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: all
  • Age: 8 years - 16 years
  • Gender: All

Inclusion Criteria:
  • Children and adolescents and their parent/legal guardian
Exclusion Criteria:
  • Self-reported learning or cognitive disabilities.

Updated on 10 May 2026. Study ID: 24851

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