Adapting a web app to support friends and family of intimate partner violence survivors in Thailand
Official title: Cultural Adaptation of a Web-Based App (myPlan Thailand) to Empower and Support Friends and Family of Intimate Partner Violence Survivors
Funded at Boromarajonani College of Nursing Khon Kaen · NIH-10865138 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making the myPlan app more helpful for friends and family of people in Thailand who have experienced intimate partner violence, by giving them the right tools and support they need in their cultural context.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boromarajonani College of Nursing Khon Kaen NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Muang, Thailand) |
| Project start | July 20, 2022 |
| Project end | June 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $96,932 |
| NIH project number | 5K43TW012296-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10865138 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include friends and family members of intimate partner violence survivors living in Thailand.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in supporting IPV survivors or who do not reside in Thailand may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on adapting the myPlan app, originally developed in the United States, to better support friends and family members of intimate partner violence (IPV) survivors in Thailand. The app aims to empower these supporters by providing tailored resources and guidance specific to the cultural context of Thailand. The research will involve two phases: first, customizing the app's content for Thai users, and second, testing its feasibility and acceptability among those who support IPV survivors. By engaging with the community, the project seeks to enhance the psychological well-being of both survivors and their support networks.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide vital resources and support to friends and family members of IPV survivors, improving their ability to help and empower those in need.
How similar studies have gone: Previous adaptations of the myPlan app in other countries have shown promise, indicating that this approach could be effective in Thailand as well.
Where this research is happening
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Boromarajonani College of Nursing Khon Kaen
Muang, Thailand Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Udmuangpia, Tipparat — Boromarajonani College of Nursing Khon Kaen
- Study coordinator: Udmuangpia, Tipparat
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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.