Evaluating the economic impact of a prevention system for youth resilience
Investing in Prevention Infrastructure: Economic Evaluation of the PROSPER System
['FUNDING_R01'] · PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, THE · NIH-11056807
This study looks at how a program called PROSPER helps young people in rural areas by providing support to prevent substance misuse, and it aims to find out if these programs are worth the cost and how they can be even more effective as these teens grow up.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, THE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (UNIVERSITY PARK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11056807 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the economic effects of the PROSPER system, which focuses on delivering evidence-based preventive interventions to youth in rural communities. By analyzing data from a previous trial that involved over 12,000 adolescents, the study aims to understand how these interventions can lead to long-term benefits in reducing substance misuse and enhancing community resilience. The research will assess the economic implications of these interventions as participants transition into adulthood, providing insights into the cost-effectiveness of prevention strategies. Additionally, it will explore how local implementation factors can affect the success of these programs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adolescents aged 12-20 who are at risk for substance misuse and live in rural communities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or those living in urban areas may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and economically viable prevention programs that reduce substance misuse among youth.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research on the PROSPER system has shown success in reducing substance misuse among participants, indicating a promising foundation for this economic evaluation.
Where this research is happening
UNIVERSITY PARK, UNITED STATES
- PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, THE — UNIVERSITY PARK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CROWLEY, DANIEL MAX — PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, THE
- Study coordinator: CROWLEY, DANIEL MAX
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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