Clinical and neurobiological predictors of onset of major mental disorders (mania, psychosis, severe depression), and associated functional impairment, in adolescent and young adult twins: A prospective longitudinal study [ 2014 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Ian Hickie (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr James Scott ,  Dr Nathan Gillespie ,  Prof Daniel Hermens ,  Prof Nicholas Martin

Brief description The Brisbane Twin Study is a prospective twin study tracking the real-time developmental trajectories of the onset of anxiety, mood, psychotic or substance misuse disorders through adolescence and young adulthood. This unique study has now reached the point where reassessment (after 20 years) can be performed. We will now determine the extent to which outcomes are predicted by neurobiological and genetic markers. This information is critical to prevention or early intervention strategies.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,356,103.18

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant