Nationwide study probes hidden mental health toll of school safety tactics

NCT ID NCT06153316

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Teachers College, Columbia University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study surveys 2,500 students and staff from schools that have and have not experienced a shooting. It aims to understand how school violence and safety strategies impact mental health, well-being, and educational outcomes. Participants self-report via questionnaires.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could reveal how school safety measures impact student and staff mental health, guiding better policies.
What could go wrong: This is an observational survey study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all schools or regions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES MENTAL HEALTH OUTCOMES PERCEIVED SCHOOL SAFETY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Teachers College, Columbia University
RECRUITING

New York, New York, 10027, United States

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