Identity as medicine: could a school program that strengthens Ethnic-Racial pride reduce stress and boost grades?
NCT ID NCT03412162
First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a school program that helps teens explore and feel proud of their ethnic-racial background can lower stress, improve sleep, and boost academic performance. About 400 ninth graders from diverse suburban high schools will take part. Researchers will measure changes in stress hormones, sleep quality, emotional well-being, and grades.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Ethnic and Racial Identity Promotion program
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a low-cost, school-based way to help minority teens manage stress and close academic achievement gaps.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage behavioral study with no drug or device; results may be modest or not generalizable beyond the specific schools involved.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Beacon Academy
Evanston, Illinois, 60201, United States
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District 202
Evanston, Illinois, 60201, United States
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District 219 Niles Township High Schools
Niles, Illinois, 60077, United States
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