ADOLESCENT BEHAVIOR

This study tests a school program called PreVenture that helps teens understand their personality traits to avoid risky substance use. Over 12,000 students in Canada will take part, with some schools using the program and others continuing standard lessons. The goal is to see if …

This study tests a program that teaches teens about both abstinence and birth control to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. It involves 1,200 youth ages 14-19 in rural Tennessee who are at higher risk. The program also includes life skills and trauma-informed …

This study tests a 9-month mentoring program for 8th and 9th graders who have experienced child abuse or neglect and are involved with child welfare. The program pairs teens with trained graduate student mentors who help them set goals in relationships, education, activities, car…

This study tests a program called Forging Hopeful Futures that teaches teens aged 13-19 about racial, gender, and economic fairness to prevent violence. About 720 youth from participating neighborhoods or schools will take part. Researchers will check if the program reduces physi…

This study looks at whether a community-led program called Close to Home can prevent sexual violence among young people aged 14 to 24. Researchers will compare 9 communities using the program with 9 similar communities that are not. The goal is to see if strengthening community c…

This study tests a mobile app called Next4You designed for teens aged 16-19 in California's foster care system. The app includes short lessons to help youth make informed choices about sex, with the goal of reducing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections. Rese…

This study looks at whether adding physical activity to the school day can reduce mental fatigue and improve thinking, emotions, and teamwork in secondary school students. About 434 students in 3rd or 4th year will try different activity methods like active lessons or short break…

This study tests a digital tool that lets children, teens, and young adults with cancer report their symptoms during clinic visits. Their caregivers can also report symptoms. The goal is to see if the tool is easy to use and helpful for doctors. About 83 participants will try it …

This research study looks at whether community-based programs can reduce youth violence. It involves about 3,390 teens aged 12-17 and their parents in certain communities. The study tests strategies like hospital-based support for injured youth and activities to build positive sk…

This study looks at how a cognitive behavioral program designed to improve flexibility in teens with autism (ages 14-18) may change the way they learn and how their brains work. Researchers will use brain scans and thinking tests to see if the program helps with learning and dail…