Help advance our research by sharing your experiences or take part in our study on mental disorders in youth and young adults.
At ECYM, youth and young adults are not only at the center of research — they actively help shape it. In our study, we support youth experiencing the early stages of mental disorders to improve early detection and treatment in a sustainable way. At the same time, the perspectives of those affected and their families are directly integrated into our research.
The perspectives of youth − with and without personal experience of mental health conditions − as well as those of their families, are a core element of ECYM.
Participants are actively involved in advisory boards and research processes—from the development of studies through to their implementation.
This participatory approach strengthens the relevance and quality of research and fosters trust between science and society.
If you’re interested, please send an email to cindy.jagorska@hu-berlin.de
The ECYM cohort aims at youth aged 12–25 who are experiencing the early signs of a mental disorder, a first episode of psychosis, or cannabis abuse. We will follow participants for up to 4 years to better identify and treat mental disorders.
We offer the following to participants in our study:
A total of 16 study sessions are scheduled over a period of up to four years.
14 of the 16 sessions can be completed by you online, for example from home.
A study session typically lasts between 60 and 120 minutes.
Youths between the ages of 12 and 25
You will receive €10 for every hour you spend participating in the study.
Your travel expenses will be reimbursed.
We look forward to your participation!
You can contact us per email.
E-Mail: ecym@charite.de
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