ADOLESCENT BEHAVIOR

This study tested whether a technology-based education program, delivered by peer mentors or adult educators, helps teenagers aged 14-17 with asthma. 48 teens were split into two intervention groups and a control group. The program aimed to improve asthma control, quality of life…

This completed study tested a program called Family Connections for HIV-positive youth aged 15-21 and their caregivers in Zambia. The goal was to help teens achieve an undetectable viral load and reduce self-stigma through group sessions. Over 1,300 participants took part, and th…

This study tested a program called Creating Peace that helps teens aged 14-19 learn to prevent violence and address racism. Over 500 teens took part in community groups. The program aimed to reduce physical, sexual, and emotional violence, as well as weapon carrying, by teaching …

This study tested an internet-based program called 'Me & You-Tech' designed to prevent dating violence in 6th graders. The program involved students, parents, and schools. Researchers measured whether the program reduced how many teens hurt or were hurt by a dating partner.

This study tested whether anti-vaping social media messages designed specifically for sexual and gender minority (SGM) teens could prevent them from starting to vape. Over 1,100 SGM youth aged 13-20 who had never vaped received either tailored or non-tailored messages. The goal w…

This study tested whether a virtual-reality video game could help teenagers in the juvenile justice system better control their emotions. About 74 youth aged 13 to 17 played up to 6 VR sessions. Researchers measured how much participants enjoyed the experience and tracked changes…

This study tested a six-week school program that combined health education with laughter yoga for 74 eighth-grade students. The goal was to see if it could improve healthy lifestyle behaviors like nutrition, physical activity, and stress management. Researchers used a well-known …

This study looked at whether doing quick, intense exercises—like 1-minute sprints or squats—during school breaks can help teenagers reduce their mobile phone addiction. Over 5 months, 386 adolescents either did these "exercise snacks" or continued their normal routine. The goal w…

This study tested a counseling program called the Friendship Bench for 106 teens aged 13-18 who have HIV and feel depressed or anxious. The program aims to improve their mood and help them stay engaged in their HIV care. Researchers measured how well the program worked by looking…

This pilot study tested whether screening for depression and offering group therapy could help adolescents in Mozambique. Researchers compared a 10-session group therapy called IPT-AG to usual care at four youth-friendly health clinics. The study enrolled 95 teens and measured ch…

This study tested a school-based program called Unstuck & On Target: High School for autistic teens. The program teaches skills like flexibility, planning, and self-advocacy through 25 lessons led by school staff. Researchers measured changes in classroom behavior and daily livin…

This study tested a program called CEDARS that teaches teens aged 14-19 how to cope with stress and improve their mood. 36 teens took part in the online program. The goal was to see if the program was easy to use and if it helped reduce stress and improve mental health.

This study tested a program to help Black youth who came to the emergency room with suicidal thoughts get connected to mental health care. Researchers adapted an existing program and used patient navigators to support families. The goal was to see if this approach increases the n…

This study tested a mobile app designed to help teenagers with asthma learn about healthy sleep habits. 120 teens aged 14-17 with asthma used the app or were in a comparison group. Researchers measured changes in sleep knowledge, confidence, and daytime sleepiness to see if the a…

This study looked at how having a parent or friend nearby affects stress in 11-14 year olds. Researchers measured stress hormones, heart rate, and brain activity while teens did stressful math tasks. The goal was to understand why parental support becomes less effective as kids g…

This study tested whether offering 6 months of phone support from a mental health navigator helps children with early signs of behavioral health issues start therapy. 358 children who had never received mental health services took part. The navigator helped families find and coor…

This study tested whether a 6-week, technology-based family program called PAAS could change brain activity linked to risky behavior in African-American teens. 146 teens and their parents participated, with brain scans and questionnaires before and after the program. The goal was…

This study looked at how having a parent or best friend nearby affects a teenager's stress response. Researchers measured stress hormones, heart rate, and brain activity in 202 teens while they viewed emotional images. The goal was to understand how social support changes as teen…

This study tested a smartphone app to collect quality-of-life reports from children who had a liver transplant and their parents. The goal was to see if using the app could help doctors better understand and support these children. About 200 children aged 8 to 20 and their parent…

This study tested whether a youth-led digital education program could help adults with high blood pressure lower their numbers. Adults and teens (ages 14-24) worked together in pairs: teens learned about hypertension from online modules and then taught the adults. The study enrol…

This study tested whether using online tools like videos and resources on Discord could help sexual and gender minority youth (ages 14-19) seek help for depression and anxiety. 81 participants joined groups on Discord with different combinations of tools for 4 weeks. The goal was…