Adapted Online Family Check-Up for Latinx Youth to Reduce Substance Use
Official title: Adaptation of Family Check-Up Online in the Latinx Community to Reduce Youth Substance Use.
Funded at University of Oregon · NIH-11375096 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A culturally tailored online parenting program for Latinx families to help 0-11 and early adolescence reduce youth substance use.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oregon NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project start | August 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $223,500 |
| NIH project number | 5R34DA061150-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11375096 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Families with Latinx children aged 0-11 or around early adolescence who prefer Spanish-language support and online access.
✕Less likely to help
Families not seeking online, culturally adapted parenting supports may see limited personal benefit.
What this research studies
This project adapts an evidence-based parenting program for online use with Latinx families, using community health workers to deliver it in Spanish. It aims to improve parenting practices and youth outcomes by deepening cultural relevance and broad online access. The study will use a community-based participatory approach to identify practical implementation strategies and promote adoption across interventions in real-world settings.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, families could access an online, culturally resonant program that supports healthier youth development and reduces risk behaviors.
How similar studies have gone: Previous adaptations of the FCU program have shown reductions in substance use and externalizing behaviors in youth, with online formats expanding reach.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oregon
Eugene, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Doty, Jennifer L — University of Oregon
- Study coordinator: Doty, Jennifer L
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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.