Community Clean-Up and family support may cut teen risky behavior
NCT ID NCT04362475
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether community programs—like family support and neighborhood improvements—can improve social ties and reduce risky behaviors in youth. Researchers enrolled 915 mothers and their children in Birmingham, Alabama. They measured things like school suspensions, smoking, drinking, and sexual activity. The goal was to see if these programs help families and communities thrive.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that community-based programs improve social cohesion and reduce risky behaviors in youth.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to other communities or lead to clear health changes.
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UAB Center for the Study of Community Health
Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States
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