The research conducted by the Einstein Center for Youth Mental Health (ECYM) focuses on four key challenges in order to improve the mental health of youths.

At its core is a holistic approach that combines innovative care models with cutting-edge technologies and a deeper understanding of individual, biological, and environmental factors.

Challenge I

Development of new treatment and model of care

ECYM works to improve support and care of youths who are at high risk of developing serious mental disorders.

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Challenge II

Identification of Diagnostic and Prognostic Biomarkers

ECYM uses cutting-edge technologies such as (fMRI/MRI), EEG/MEG, and natural language processing to identify diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers for severe mental disorders.

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Challenge III

Understanding Risk and Resilience Factors

ECYM investigates how environmental and social factors influence mental health in youth. In doing so, we focus on identifying risk and resilience factors in their living environment.

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Challenge IV

Understanding Causes and Disease Mechanisms

Serious mental disorders, such as psychosis, bipolar disorder, or borderline personality disorder, often share common biological and psychological causes.

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