Brain scans reveal how a 6-Week program may curb teen risky behavior

NCT ID NCT03370393

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of California, Irvine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

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 to see if the program improves emotional and cognitive regulation, which could help prevent behaviors like HIV risk and violence.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Pathways for African-Americans' Success (PAAS) program
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show how a behavioral program changes brain function to reduce risky behaviors like HIV risk and violence in African-American teens.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study focused on brain changes, not direct behavior outcomes. Results may not apply to all teens or lead to a proven prevention method.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Adolescent Behavior Risk-Taking

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ADOLESCENT BEHAVIOR RISK-TAKING

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of California, Irvine

Irvine, California, 92617, United States

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