SearchThe Volunteer Recruitment Pool (VRP) is the primary entry point for individuals (ages 6 and up) who are interested in research participation at the Nathan Kline Institute (NKI). After scheduling an appointment with a staff member in the Clinical Evaluation Center (CEC), interested individuals visit NKI for about 90 minutes. During this time, they first learn more about the VRP and have their questions answered. If they remain interested in participating, some basic information is collected (including contact information and basic medical history). The individual then has an interview (usually about one hour in length) to review past and present mental health symptoms, if any. For children (under 18 years old), the parent/guardian is also required and the interview is usually about 2 hours. Feedback is provided to children and their guardian. Adult VRP participants receive $20 for their time. The information collected is then stored in a protected and confidential database within CEC. The CEC then uses this information to match VRP participants with NKI research scientists who are investigating scientific questions. If there is a match, NKI staff will contact the VRP participant to present the research opportunity. All research programs, including the VRP, are voluntary at NKI. If you are interested, please contact us at: 845-398-2184 or vrp@nki.rfmh.org.
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Volunteer Recruitment PoolStudy Description (brief)
The Volunteer Recruitment Pool (VRP) is the primary entry point for individuals (ages 6 and up) who are interested in research participation at the Nathan Kline Institute (NKI).