Evaluating the economic impact of a prevention system for youth resilience
Official title: Investing in Prevention Infrastructure: Economic Evaluation of the PROSPER System
Funded at Pennsylvania State University, the · NIH-11056807 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $693,536 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DA057996-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11056807 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include adolescents aged 12-20 who are at risk for substance misuse and live in rural communities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not adolescents or those living in urban areas may not receive direct benefits from this research.
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.
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 gone: 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
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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.
- 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.