School-Led program shows promise in taming girl aggression
NCT ID NCT04164472
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether teachers and counselors can effectively run the Friend to Friend (F2F) program to reduce aggression in girls. Over 5,000 students from 40 urban schools participated, with some schools using the program and others serving as controls. The program includes small group sessions for relationally aggressive girls and classroom sessions for all students, aiming to improve problem-solving and reduce hostile behaviors.
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Active substance
Friend to Friend (F2F) behavioral program with coaching
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could provide schools with an effective, staff-led way to reduce aggression and improve social skills in students.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but results may not apply to all schools or students. The program requires active coaching from researchers, which may limit real-world use.
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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19146, United States