The Child Mind Institute’s Healthy Brain Network study helped us understand how our teenage son was wired, which in turn helped us give him the tools and confidence to succeed in school and beyond. Their psychologists and clinicians were first rate and the study’s diagnostic testing was comprehensive. Everyone involved was warm and efficient and provided an atmosphere of trust. They made what could have been a scary experience into a journey to greater understanding of our son.
A Year Like No Other
The Pandemic Inspires New Research
The Child Mind Institute is conducting breakthrough research to better understand the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the developing brain, with a view to delivering more effective mental health interventions now and during future crises.
Our Scientific Research Agenda
The Child Mind Institute leads cutting-edge, open science research that leverages advances in neuroscience, technology and data analytics to redefine our understanding of the developing brain and improve children’s mental health diagnosis, treatment and outcomes.
COVID-19 and the Healthy Brain Network Study
Through the landmark Healthy Brain Network study, our researchers are building the world’s largest, most comprehensive dataset on the developing brain and sharing it freely with the scientific community to accelerate the pace of discovery within children’s mental health.
The coronavirus pandemic led to the temporary closure of our research centers and the use of partial remote evaluations to keep staff and participants safe. We are pleased to share that in addition to these remote measures, we are now offering in-person evaluations with added health and safety measures.
Researching the Mental Health Effects of the Pandemic
To learn about the emotional impact the pandemic is having across society, our researchers developed CrisisLogger.org, a website where people log their experiences of the pandemic as audio, video or text entries. CrisisLogger uses novel technology to capture critical qualitative information and key themes in participants’ fears, frustrations and hopes during the pandemic, a breakthrough for researchers across disciplines.
Additionally, through both the Coronavirus Health and Impact Survey (CRISIS), a study that examines the risk factors for negative mental health outcomes during the pandemic for children and adults, and a separate study about problematic internet usage in young people during the pandemic, our researchers are gathering new information to inform more effective interventions now and in the future. Both of these studies are generously supported by the Morgan Stanley Foundation’s Alliance for Children’s Mental Health.
There are still so many kids waiting for care. The Child Mind Institute has the tools and expertise, and with your help we will continue to make transformative strides in the way we understand, talk about and treat our children’s mental health.
Harold S. Koplewicz, MD
President, Child Mind Institute
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The Child Mind Institute is an independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Our teams work every day to deliver the highest standards of care, advance the science of the developing brain and empower parents, professionals and policymakers to support children when and where they need it most.
We are driven to create a brighter future for our children, and we make three commitments:
- Give children and adolescents access to evidence-based, effective clinical care when and where they need it most.
- Advance the science of the developing brain to improve diagnosis and treatment.
- Provide useful, accurate information that empowers families and communities to get help.
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The Child Mind Institute comprises a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Child Mind Institute, Inc., and two clinical programs, Child Mind Medical Practice, PLLC and Child Mind Medical Practice, PC. Donations to the Child Mind Institute are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. The Child Mind Institute does not accept funding from the pharmaceutical industry. Upon request, a copy of our latest annual report can be obtained by contacting the Child Mind Institute at Attention: Development Office, 215 East 50th Street
New York, New York 10022 or by contacting the Charities Bureau of the Office of the Attorney General at 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271.
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Our Impact
Learn more about how the Child Mind Institute is making change for communities and for individuals struggling with mental health.
