Examining how COVID-19 school closures affect children and parents over time
Official title: Investigating the impacts of COVID-19 school closures on long-term adjustment in youth with or at risk for disability
Funded at University of Oregon · NIH-11130930 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic have affected kids aged 4 to 15 and their parents, focusing on their feelings and behaviors over three years to help understand the impact on family life and child growth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oregon NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Eugene, United States) |
| Project start | July 18, 2022 |
| Project end | May 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $611,406 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD108887-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11130930 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 4 to 15 years, particularly those with or at risk for developmental disabilities, along with their caregivers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not within the age range of 4 to 15 years or those who do not have a connection to the impacts of COVID-19 school closures may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic on children and their parents. It involves a diverse group of children aged 4 to 15 years, including those with and without developmental disabilities, and their caregivers. The study will collect data over three years through multiple assessments to understand changes in emotional and behavioral problems in children, as well as parenting experiences. By analyzing data from existing studies, the research aims to provide insights into how these closures have impacted family dynamics and child development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could help identify effective strategies to support children and families affected by school closures.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has successfully examined the impacts of school closures on child development, making this study a continuation of established findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oregon
Eugene, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mcintyre, Laura Lee — University of Oregon
- Study coordinator: Mcintyre, Laura Lee
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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.