Exploring the heart health effects of trauma and mental health issues in young people
Identifying Cardiotoxic Manifestations of Posttraumatic Psychopathology: A Population-based Longitudinal Investigation
This study is looking at how trauma and mental health issues like PTSD, anxiety, and depression can affect heart health in kids and teens under 18, and it wants to understand if these effects are different for boys and girls, so your experiences can help us learn more about this important connection.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11001196 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how trauma and related mental health conditions, such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression, can impact cardiovascular health in individuals under 18 years old. By analyzing a large population-based cohort, the study aims to identify the connections between posttraumatic psychopathology and the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. The research will also explore differences in these effects between genders, addressing critical gaps in current understanding. Patients may be asked to provide information about their trauma experiences and mental health to help researchers gather comprehensive data.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals under 18 years old who have experienced trauma and may be dealing with mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced trauma or do not have related mental health conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for preventing cardiovascular diseases in young individuals who have experienced trauma.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that trauma and mental health conditions can significantly affect cardiovascular health, suggesting that this study's approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sumner, Jennifer a — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Sumner, Jennifer a
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.