Could chemicals and social stress in the womb shape teen mental health?
NCT ID NCT05795452
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how chemicals and social factors before birth may affect brain function and mental health in teenagers. Researchers will use brain scans and behavior questionnaires in 250 adolescents aged 13-20. The goal is to understand pathways linking early exposures to psychiatric risk.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could help identify early environmental factors that increase risk for psychiatric problems, pointing toward prevention strategies.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to other populations.
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Columbia University Irving Medical Center
New York, New York, 10032, United States