Participate in a Study

Learn about our current research and what participants we are looking for

Current Studies

We often have ongoing studies for most adolescents and adults to participate both in person and online! Feel free to reach out if you are interested in any of the following studies:

Research Study for Teens

Researchers at Northeastern University are conducting a study on social experiences unique to racial and ethnic minority teens ages 13-18. Our study hopes to understand specific social challenges and strengths that may affect teens from diverse backgrounds, and how that is related to their mental health. We invite teens who identify as part of any racial or ethnic minority group to participate! Participants can earn up to $95 across all parts of the study. The study is completed online only!

In this study you will:

Complete several online surveys with a member of our research team (about 1.5-2 hours)

Do surveys on your phone for 7 days (about 20 minutes a day)

Do a follow-up visit 3 months later to complete some online surveys for about 20-30 minutes

You may qualify if you:

Are 13-18 years old

Identify as a racial or ethnic minority

Have access to internet and cell phone (Android or iPhone is ok!)

Have a parent or guardian’s permission if you are under 18 years old

If you are interested, please complete the screening survey and a researcher will get in touch with you if you are eligible: https://neu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eJxzDAAmEyAHffg

If you have any questions please contact Sarah Hope Lincoln, Ph.D. at clinicalneurolab@northeastern.edu

Autism Perspectives (PLEASD)

Are you an autistic individual interested in sharing your perspective and participating in a research study?

The Clinical Neuroscience Laboratory at Case Western Reserve University is enrolling

individuals ages 13-20 in a study interested in the emotions and experiences of autistic individuals and learning more about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

This study includes a:

1) 2-3 hour interview session that includes questionnaires and interviews with a researcher.

($20 prepaid Amazon or Target gift card for the session)

2) An optional 1-hour session that includes doing some simple tasks ($20 prepaid Amazon or Target gift card for the session).

To learn more about participating please email Erica at clinicalneurolab@case.edu with “PLEASD” in the subject line.

To determine if you are eligible, you may also complete a screener: Click Here

Stigma, Help-Seeking, and Resistance Experiences in Serious Mental Illness (SHARE)

Do you have a mental illness that has significantly impacted your life?

You are invited to participate in a research study examining how different types of stigma impact mental health treatment help-seeking. This online survey can be completed from anywhere in the United States. You will first meet with a researcher on Zoom to confirm eligibility, then you will receive 2 online surveys to complete. Participation will require 1 – 1.5 hours of your time in total and you may earn $25 in compensation.

To be eligible, you must be:

Between the ages of 18 and 35

Diagnosed with any of the following:

Schizophrenia or psychotic spectrum disorder

Bipolar 1 disorder

Mood disorder with psychotic features (e.g., major depression with psychotic features, bipolar disorder with psychotic features)

Borderline Personality Disorder

OR have been hospitalized within the past year for any mental health condition

You must also be located in the United States and able to read/communicate in English.

If you’d like to learn more or are ready to participate, please contact Madeline at clinicalneurolab@case.edu. Please put “SHARE” in the title of your email!

Screener: Qualtrics Link Click Here

Have you been diagnosed with schizophrenia?

The Clinical Neuroscience Laboratory at Case Western Reserve University is enrolling individuals ages 18-50 in a virtual study exploring how social behaviors relate to our social relationships.

This study includes two parts:

Session 1 is a 2-4 hour session that includes questionnaires and clinical interviews with a researcher. This session pays $10/hour (Amazon gift cards).

Session 2 is a 1-hour session that includes an interactive task with another person and additional questionnaires. This session pays a flat fee of $25.00 (Amazon gift card).

Both sessions will occur online over video call.

If you’re interested, please complete our online prescreening survey: Screener Link

Postpartum Study

Have you experienced a pregnancy in the last 10 years?

The Clinical Neuroscience Laboratory at Case Western Reserve University is conducting a

research study to understand what factors contribute to mental health outcomes during the

postpartum period following a pregnancy.

You are eligible to participate if:

You are 18+
Live in the United States and are fluent in English
Have access to the internet and can join a zoom meeting
Have experienced a pregnancy in the last 10 years

The study will last approximately 1.5 – 2 hours in length. You will complete a brief interview

about your mental health following the pregnancy, answer several self-report questionnaires, and

complete a task about social and emotional information. You will receive a $25 Amazon gift card for your participation. Please email clinicalneurolab@case.edu if interested!