Calgary Trajectories in Youth Mental Health (TYM) Cohort
This study seeks to learn about the mental health journeys of youth.
What are we studying?
We are interested in learning how mental health symptoms change over time, what mental health services are being accessed, if certain genes are associated with certain mental health concerns, and if all this information can be used to predict mental health outcomes. This information will help us better understand child and adolescent mental health so we can improve treatment and services.
To see if you may be eligible for this study, please click the intake form button above.
Who can participate?
Youth, 12-18 years of age in Alberta, who have accessed or plan to access mental health services are invited to participate. If available, a parent or guardian is also encouraged to participate alongside their child.
Will participation affect my care?
Participation in the Calgary TYM Cohort Study is completely voluntary and will not impact the care you receive.
What happens if I participate?
The study will run for 4 years. During this time, you will be asked to:
Answer questions about mental health symptoms, care, and life experiences once a year for up to 4 years;
Provide consent for researchers to access your health records;
Provide a one-time, optional saliva sample for genetic analysis;
You will receive a gift card of up to $50 for each year that you participate.
To see if you may be eligible for this study, please complete an intake form HERE