How childhood victimization and caregiving affect emotional development
Official title: Impacts of Victimization and Caregiving on the Neurodevelopment of Emotion Regulation
Funded at University of Wisconsin-Madison · NIH-11002276 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how being hurt by others and the support from caregivers can affect how kids aged 0-11 learn to manage their feelings, and it aims to help improve care for children who have faced tough experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $137,866 |
| NIH project number | 5K01MH135175-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11002276 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation are children aged 0-11 who have experienced victimization or adverse childhood experiences, along with their caregivers.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced any form of victimization or adverse experiences may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how experiences of victimization and the role of caregivers influence the emotional development of children aged 0-11 years. By analyzing data from parent-child pairs, the study aims to understand the neural mechanisms that link these adverse experiences to difficulties in emotion regulation. The approach involves longitudinal assessments to track changes over time, focusing on the brain's functional connectivity and how caregiving practices can mitigate negative outcomes. This research seeks to provide insights that could inform clinical practices for vulnerable youth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved interventions for children affected by trauma, enhancing their emotional regulation and overall mental health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the impact of childhood adversity on emotional development, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Russell, Justin D — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Russell, Justin D
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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.