Creating a new program to improve heart health in teenagers
Developing a Novel Adolescent Cardiovascular Health Promotion Program (CPP)
This study is creating a fun and easy program to help teenagers who might be at risk for heart problems learn how to take care of their heart health, using cool strategies that connect with their feelings and identities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005748 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and test a Cardiovascular Health Promotion Program specifically designed for adolescents at risk of cardiovascular disease. The program will incorporate innovative strategies to engage teenagers by focusing on emotional and identity factors that influence their behavior. It will utilize a remote and self-guided approach to make it accessible and scalable, addressing the limitations of traditional interventions. The study will systematically optimize the program to ensure it is effective and meets the needs of young participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who are at risk for cardiovascular disease due to factors such as obesity or unhealthy lifestyle choices.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those without identifiable cardiovascular risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more effective way to promote heart health in adolescents, potentially reducing their risk of cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using innovative behavioral interventions for health promotion in adolescents, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marma, Amanda K — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Marma, Amanda K
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 below.