Brain scans reveal how a 6-Week program may curb teen risky behavior
NCT ID NCT03370393
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.
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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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University of California, Irvine
Irvine, California, 92617, United States