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Hope Family Center, University of Rochester, is exploring how stressful or difficult experiences during childhood may affect children\u2019s physical health, brain development, emotions, and overall well-being. Researchers are also interested in understanding why some children are able to cope with challenges and remain healthy and resilient.<\/p>\n<p>Children (Age 8-13 years) and their caregivers will participate together in one study visit each year for up to five years. During these visits, families will complete surveys and activities designed to learn more about stress, health, emotions, relationships, and life experiences. Children will also complete health assessments and computer-based activities that examine areas such as attention, learning, emotions, and decision-making. Study activities may include saliva samples and wearable sensors that measure heart rate and the body\u2019s response to stress. In Years 1, 3, and 5, children will also complete a brief MRI scan to provide researchers with pictures of the brain.<\/p>\n<p>By following children and caregivers over time, the RBEST Study aims to better understand the relationship between childhood stress, health, and resilience. The findings may help inform future programs, supports, and treatments designed to promote healthy development and help children and families thrive.<\/p>\n<p>If you are interested in participating in this study or would like more information, <a href=\"https:\/\/studypages.com\/s\/growing-strong-a-study-of-kids-stress-health-and-resilience-rbest-study-964487\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">click here:<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This study is conducted as part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/university-research\/initiatives\/university-of-rochester-resilience-research-center-ur%C2%B3c\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">University of Rochester Resilience Center.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Resilience in Biological Embedding of Stress: A Transdisciplinary Study Principle Investigators Zhi Li, PhD Jennifer Warmingham, PhD Project Summary The RBEST Study at Mt. 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