A virtual program to help children cope with peer bullying
Official title: Developing IVY: A Virtual Intervention for Victimized Youth
Funded at Florida State University · NIH-10724606 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a friendly online program called IVY that helps kids aged 0-11 who have been bullied by teaching them ways to feel better and cope with their feelings, all in a safe space where they can share their experiences without worry.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Florida State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tallahassee, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $390,845 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HD112660-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10724606 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 who have experienced peer victimization.
✕Less likely to help
Children who have not experienced bullying or peer victimization may not benefit from this intervention.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a virtual intervention called IVY, aimed at helping children aged 0-11 who have been victims of peer bullying. The program uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to reduce distress and enhance coping skills in these children. By providing a safe online environment, the intervention allows participants from different schools to share their experiences without fear of being judged or bullied. The pilot study will assess the effectiveness of this innovative approach in addressing the unique needs of victimized youth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a valuable resource for helping children cope with the emotional impacts of bullying.
How similar studies have gone: While there has been extensive research on peer victimization, IVY represents a novel approach specifically targeting the needs of victimized youth through a virtual platform.
Where this research is happening
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Florida State University
Tallahassee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jenkins, Lyndsay — Florida State University
- Study coordinator: Jenkins, Lyndsay
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.