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Tracking Risk in Adolescents and Children for Early Identification of Common Mental Disorders

NCT07744490 · tracked via the Priya Life Science China tracker
Sponsor
Shanghai Mental Health Center
Phase
Observational
Started
2026-07-25
Last updated
2026-08-04

Condition(s) studied

High RiskDepression / Major Depressive DisorderAnxiety DiseaseObsessive - Compulsive Disorder

Study summary

This prospective observational cohort study will enroll approximately 200 children and adolescents aged 7-17 years who are at elevated risk for common mental disorders, including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, based on family history or subthreshold emotional or behavioral symptoms. Participants will be followed for two years. Clinical assessments, questionnaires, EEG, biological samples, and MRI will be collected at scheduled intervals. The study aims to identify factors associated with the onset and progression of these disorders and support early risk identification.

Eligibility

Sex
ALL
Min age
7 Years
Max age
17 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Aged 7-17 years at enrollment. 2. Meeting at least one of the following conditions: Having at least one first-degree relative with a depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder; or exhibiting clinically relevant but subthreshold depressive, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive, or repetitive behavioral symptoms. 3. Not meeting the full diagnostic criteria for a depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder at baseline, as assessed using the K-SADS-PL. 4. Willing and able to participate in the scheduled assessments and follow-up visits. 5. Written informed consent provided by a parent or legal guardian and assent provided by the participant Exclusion Criteria: 1. A current or previous diagnosis of a depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. 2. A severe psychiatric condition requiring immediate clinical intervention, including acute suicide risk, a psychotic disorder, or a bipolar disorder. 3. A major neurological disorder, severe head injury, or serious or unstable medical condition that may interfere with study participation. 4. Intellectual or cognitive impairment that prevents the participant from understanding or completing the study assessments. 5. Inability or unwillingness of the participant or legal guardian to comply with the study procedures.

Primary outcome measure(s)

Trial sites (1)

FacilityCityRegionStatus
Shanghai Mental Health Center Shanghai China

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Official registry record

This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.

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