Identifying factors that predict long-term effects of violence on youth
Official title: Acute predictors of long-term post-trauma outcomes in youth victims of violence
Funded at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee · NIH-10852902 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how experiences right after young people face violence can affect their mental health later on, especially in relation to PTSD, and it aims to find ways to better identify and help those who might be at risk.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin Milwaukee NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project start | August 13, 2020 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $288,194 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MH124076-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10852902 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are youth under 21 years old who have recently been victims of violence.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced violence or trauma may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how acute experiences following youth violence can predict long-term mental health outcomes, particularly focusing on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The team will analyze neurobehavioral responses and use advanced machine learning techniques to identify key predictors of chronic PTSD. By examining a range of factors including neuroimaging, behavior, and community influences, the study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the risks faced by young victims of violence. This approach seeks to improve early identification and intervention strategies for at-risk youth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for PTSD in youth who have experienced violence.
How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in PTSD and trauma, this study's specific focus on acute predictors in youth victims of violence is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Larson, Christine L — University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
- Study coordinator: Larson, Christine L
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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.