Exploring how stress and coping strategies affect heart health in teens facing adversity
K Administrative Supplement:ACHiP-ACEs and Cardiometabolic Health in Pediatrics: Using a Coping and Stress Reduction Intervention to Reduce Cardiometabolic Risk in Adolescents with Adversity
This study is looking at how tough experiences in childhood can affect the heart and overall health of teenagers aged 12 to 20, and it aims to find ways to help them cope and stay healthy as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| 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-10852739 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on cardiometabolic health in adolescents aged 12 to 20. It aims to identify the specific ACEs that contribute to poor health outcomes and develop coping and stress reduction interventions tailored for this age group. By focusing on the relationship between ACEs and health behaviors, the study seeks to create effective strategies to mitigate the risks associated with these experiences. The ultimate goal is to improve long-term health outcomes for adolescents as they transition into adulthood.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 12 to 20 who have experienced one or more adverse childhood experiences.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have a history of adverse childhood experiences may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective interventions that significantly reduce the risk of cardiometabolic diseases in adolescents who have experienced adversity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing the health impacts of adverse childhood experiences, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Heard-Garris, Nia Jenee' — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Heard-Garris, Nia Jenee'
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.