New family program aims to prevent multiple health crises in latino immigrant communities

This study tests a six-session program called SER Familia for Latino immigrant families with a parent and a child aged 12-17. The program, led by community health workers, aims to reduce stress from adapting to a new culture and build resilience. The goal is to prevent substance abuse, intimate partner violence, HIV risk, depression, and anxiety. Researchers will measure changes in stress, resilience, and overall health in 400 families.