Creating personalized models to predict aggressive behavior

Developing Personalized Predictive Models of Aggression

NIH-funded research University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh · NIH-11051796

This study is looking to understand what causes aggressive behavior in young adults by using smartphones to collect real-time information about their daily lives, and it aims to create personalized tools that could help prevent such behavior in the future.

Quick facts

Grant typeCareer grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Pittsburgh, United States)
Project IDNIH-11051796 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to understand and predict aggressive behavior in young adults by using innovative methods to collect real-time data through smartphones. By analyzing both passively-sensed and self-reported information, the project seeks to identify the various factors that contribute to aggression in daily life. The goal is to develop personalized predictive models that can help in understanding the dynamics of aggression and potentially guide prevention strategies. Participants will be monitored over a three-week period to gather comprehensive data on their behavior and experiences.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-30 who have been diagnosed with mental and behavioral disorders and are at an elevated risk for aggression.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have any history of aggressive behavior or mental health disorders may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective prevention strategies for aggressive behavior, improving mental health outcomes for individuals at risk.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using real-time data collection methods for understanding behavioral patterns, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Pittsburgh, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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